Spaghetti Pie Recipe
Description:
This Spaghetti Pie recipe is a beloved staple in our household, guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters with its delightful flavors! It’s a dish that’s not only delicious but also a hit with children, making it perfect for family meals. Serve it alongside some garlic bread and a tossed salad for a complete and hearty dinner that everyone will enjoy!
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Spaghetti, Less than 60 Minutes, Oven, Inexpensive
- Servings: 4
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 686.8 per serving
- Fat Content: 34g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 209.1mg
- Sodium Content: 1068.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 49.6g
- Fiber Content: 4.6g
- Sugar Content: 10.8g
- Protein Content: 45.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Spaghetti |
| 2 | Margarine |
| 1/3 | Parmesan Cheese |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 | Cottage Cheese |
| 1 | Ground Beef |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 1/4 | Green Pepper |
| 1 | Diced Tomatoes |
| 6 | Tomato Paste |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 1 | Oregano |
| 1/2 | Garlic |
| 1/2 | Mozzarella Cheese |
Instructions:
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Cook Spaghetti: Begin by cooking the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the spaghetti.
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Prepare Spaghetti Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with margarine, parmesan cheese, and eggs. Mix well to ensure that the ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Layer Spaghetti: Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with the spaghetti mixture, spreading it evenly across the bottom of the pan.
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Prepare Meat Mixture: In a separate pan, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add in the diced onion and green pepper, cooking until they are softened. Drain off any excess fat.
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Prepare Sauce: In another pan, combine the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, and minced garlic. Cook the mixture over medium heat until heated through.
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Combine Meat and Sauce: Add the browned ground beef mixture to the tomato sauce, stirring until well combined. Allow the mixture to heat thoroughly.
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Assemble Spaghetti Pie: Once the meat sauce is ready, spread it evenly over the layer of spaghetti in the baking pan.
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Bake: Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Place the assembled spaghetti pie in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
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Add Cheese: After 20 minutes of baking, remove the spaghetti pie from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the spaghetti pie from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious flavors of this comforting dish!
This Spaghetti Pie recipe is not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. With its hearty layers of spaghetti, savory meat sauce, and melted cheese, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household too!
