Baked Spaghetti Casserole
A delicious Baked Spaghetti Casserole recipe that combines classic spaghetti flavors with the cozy comfort of a casserole. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 24 oz jars marinara sauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions, but keep it slightly al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion over medium heat. Add garlic when the meat is almost done.
- Drain excess fat, then stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, then add cooked spaghetti and Parmesan cheese. Toss until well combined.
- Layer half the spaghetti mixture in the prepared baking dish.
- Spread half the meat sauce, followed by dollops of ricotta and half the mozzarella.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.