Spaghetti casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. Hereβs a basic recipe for Spaghetti Casserole:
Ingredients:
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- Cook Spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add Sauce: Stir in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix the cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce mixture.
- Layer: Spread half of the spaghetti mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Dollop half of the ricotta cheese over the spaghetti, then sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Repeat with the remaining spaghetti mixture and cheeses.
- Bake: Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 20
