Description
This Baked Spaghetti combines rich flavors of ground beef and delectable cheeses for a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is a family favorite full of savory goodness.
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 your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted water until al dente according to package directions.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef along with the green pepper, onion, garlic, and salt until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning to the skillet and let it simmer uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes until thickened. Mix in the cooked spaghetti and parsley.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish, sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Using fresh herbs can enhance the flavor of your baked spaghetti.
For added spice, include some crushed red pepper flakes into the meat mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg