Description

Baked Spaghetti is a comforting classic with layers of flavor. Featuring tender spaghetti, hearty ground beef, and a blend of cheeses, this dish is perfect for quick dinners or family gatherings. Simple to prepare and absolutely satisfying, it’s the ideal homemade meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

16 ounces spaghetti
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
⅓ 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

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted water until al dente, following package directions.
In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, green pepper, onion, garlic, and salt, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Mix in pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning, then simmer uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes until thickened. Stir in the cooked spaghetti and parsley.
Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and cheese is browned and bubbly. Cut into squares to serve.

Notes

Feel free to use turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Add your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 440
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 610mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 70mg