This spaghetti casserole recipe is a delightful twist on traditional spaghetti dishes. Layered with flavorful ingredients and baked to perfection, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser. With a mix of ground beef, spaghetti, cheese, and a delicious sauce, this dish is hearty and satisfying. Perfect for any weeknight dinner or potluck, this spaghetti casserole is guaranteed to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is tender and the beef is fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the spaghetti sauce to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir well to combine, and let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the spaghetti and set aside.
- In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce. Add a layer of cooked spaghetti on top, followed by another layer of meat sauce. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese on top.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of cheese on top. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil evenly over the casserole.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!
