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Baked spaghetti casserole topped with melted cheese and parsley, served in a white baking dish with a wooden spoon.

Baked Spaghetti

A simple baked spaghetti casserole with marinara sauce, ground beef, and cheese. A comforting dish that’s easy to make and perfect for leftovers.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 622 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jar marinara sauce (around 32oz) (Or make my homemade marinara)
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook spaghetti in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
  • Stir in onion and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes. Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Combine cooked spaghetti with the sauce and transfer to a greased baking dish.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top, then bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Calories: 622kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 31gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 1050mgPotassium: 776mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 696IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 226mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Comfort Food, Family Meals, Saucy
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