Baked Spaghetti Casserole
Baked spaghetti casserole is the ultimate comfort food, featuring layers of tender pasta, savory ground beef, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its delightful aroma and golden-brown top, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table. Easy to prepare and adaptable to your pantry staples, this casserole offers a heartwarming meal that will impress everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Brown the ground beef and season with salt and pepper (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese with oregano and basil until combined.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti followed by half of the meat sauce, half of the ricotta mixture, and half of the mozzarella.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining ingredients, finishing with mozzarella on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg