Description

This Easy Spaghetti Pie combines comfort food with Italian flavors, offering a cheesy, satisfying baked spaghetti crust. It’s an easy, hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. With savory ground beef, marinara sauce, and a blend of cheeses, this one-dish meal will become a family favorite in no time.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 lb ground beef or turkey

1/2 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup marinara sauce

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

1/2 cup ricotta cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
Cook spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet, cook ground beef (or turkey) over medium heat, breaking apart as it browns. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (optional). Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 5-7 minutes, then remove from heat.
In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and egg. Stir until well mixed.
Spread half of the spaghetti mixture in the greased pie dish, top with the meat sauce, and layer with the remaining spaghetti mixture.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

You can substitute ground beef with plant-based meat or vegetables for a vegetarian version.

For extra cheesy flavor, feel free to add more mozzarella or even provolone cheese.

Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños to the meat sauce.

Gluten-free spaghetti can be used for a gluten-free version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner, Casserole
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 400 kcal