Description
This Baked Spaghetti features layers of flavorful ground beef, zesty marinara, and gooey cheese. It’s an easy and satisfying dish, ideal for a quick dinner or comforting meal with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- â…“ 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.
- In a large pot of salted water, cook the spaghetti al dente according to package directions.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, green pepper, onion, and garlic, adding salt and breaking up the meat. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Simmer uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Mix in the cooked spaghetti and chopped parsley.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, top with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, and bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and the cheese is brown and bubbly. Cut into squares to serve.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with lentils or plant-based meat.
You can add your favorite vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg