Delicious Baked Spaghetti Casserole Recipe

This Baked Spaghetti Casserole recipe is a mouthwatering, comforting dish that is perfect for family dinners. With layers of spaghetti, savory meat sauce, and a cheesy topping, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. The recipe includes detailed instructions on how to make the meat sauce from scratch and assemble the casserole. The long preparation and baking time ensures that all the flavors come together beautifully. Serve this hearty casserole with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound spaghetti
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the meat sauce for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom. Layer half of the cooked spaghetti over the sauce, followed by half of the remaining meat sauce.
6. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the meat sauce. Repeat the layers of spaghetti, meat sauce, and cheeses.
7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
10. Enjoy this delicious Baked Spaghetti Casserole with your loved ones!

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