Description
Spaghetti Pie is a delightful meal combining flavors of ground beef, cheeses, and classic Italian herbs. Perfect for a quick family dinner or comforting nights in. Enjoy the irresistible taste and easy preparation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ small onion diced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes drained
- 2 cups pasta sauce or marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a deep-dish pie plate.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, then drain the fat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the diced tomatoes and pasta sauce, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Cook the spaghetti in salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain well and place the spaghetti in the prepared pie plate. Toss with butter until coated.
- In a bowl, combine eggs and grated parmesan, then stir into the spaghetti, pressing to form a crust.
- In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese with parsley and basil, then spread this mixture over the crust. Top with the meat sauce.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes. Add shredded mozzarella on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Experiment with different herbs like oregano or thyme for added flavor.
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg