Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole 🧀🍝

Baked Spaghetti Recipe 🍝

Overview:

Baked Spaghetti is a delightful dish, perfect for busy weeknights or holiday gatherings. It’s a comforting meal that offers a delightful twist on traditional spaghetti. This recipe yields a savory, cheesy pasta bake that will surely become a family favorite.

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Servings: Variable

Ingredients:

• 1 onion
• 1 green pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• Optional: mushrooms
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 pound spaghetti
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 to 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: sliced olives

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking dish.

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2. Saute Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Saute the onion and green pepper until tender but not browned.

3. Prepare Meat Sauce: Add the chopped tomatoes, mushrooms (if using), ground beef, and dried oregano to the skillet. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

4. Layering: Spread half of the cooked spaghetti evenly in the greased baking dish. Top with half of the meat sauce mixture. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the sauce.

5. Repeat Layers: Add the remaining spaghetti over the cheese layer, followed by the remaining meat sauce. Finish with the rest of the shredded cheddar cheese.

6. Prepare Soup Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix the condensed soup with 1 cup of water until smooth. Pour this mixture over the entire casserole, ensuring even coverage.

7. Final Touch: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

8. Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until heated through and bubbly.

9. Serve: Once baked, allow the Baked Spaghetti to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy your flavorful and comforting meal!

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 408.1 per serving
• Fat: 20.4g
• Saturated Fat: 9.7g
• Cholesterol: 62mg
• Sodium: 537.3mg
• Carbohydrates: 34.2g
• Fiber: 2.9g
• Sugar: 4.3g
• Protein: 22g

Tips:

• Customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping out the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.
• Make ahead and refrigerate the assembled casserole, then bake when ready to serve for an easy meal prep option.
• Serve with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete and satisfying dinner experience.

Baked Spaghetti offers a convenient and flavorful way to enjoy a classic favorite with a twist. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish will surely become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Enjoy the warm, cheesy goodness with family and friends!