Description
Baked Spaghetti is a comforting dish that combines al dente pasta with savory meat, rich cheese, and zesty tomato sauce. Perfect for a simple yet delicious meal, it’s great for family dinners or gatherings. You’ll enjoy the ease of preparation and the hearty, flavorful outcome that makes it a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 pound lean ground beef or italian sausage
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- 32 ounces pasta sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1½ teaspoons italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the spaghetti in salted water according to the package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with green pepper, onion, garlic, and salt, breaking up the meat. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Simmer uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes until thickened. Stir in the cooked spaghetti and parsley.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and the cheese is browned and bubbly. Cut into squares to serve.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the level of seasoning to fit your taste.
This recipe is versatile; you can add vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for more flavor and nutrition.
Make it ahead of time and refrigerate before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg