How to make Baked Spaghetti Casserole? (Easy and Delicious)

Baked spaghetti is a crowd-pleaser in this household’s casserole selection! A speedy and flavorful beef sauce is blended with tomato sauce and pasta, and then cheese is sprinkled on top.

This casserole made with spaghetti is roasted in the oven until it is bubbling and hot.

This straightforward recipe is reminiscent of stuffed shells and works wonderfully when accompanied by crusty bread, homemade garlic butter, and a Caesar salad.

Simple Baked SSpaghetti Casserole Recipes

This baked spaghetti casserole is a go-to dish for my family because it’s simple to make and bursting with flavor.

This creamy casserole is filled with all of our favorite Italian ingredients, from Easy Meatballs to a classic bruschetta, and we hope you do too!

This recipe is much more straightforward than the Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole, which includes a substantial amount of cheese in the spaghetti mixture itself (such as cream cheese, cottage cheese, or ricotta).

Instead, this recipe only calls for pasta and sauce, with just a touch of cheese sprinkled on top.

The Step-by-Step Guide to Making Baked Spaghetti Casserole

To make a simple Baked Spaghetti Casserole, all you need to do is prepare the meat sauce, combine it with the spaghetti, and bake the dish until it is bubbly.

This baked spaghetti is the ideal dish to bring to a potluck because the preparation may be done the night before and then it is cooked just before serving.

1. Cook the meat and onions together. Simmer the mixture after adding the tomato sauce and the vegetables.
2. After stirring it in, arrange the spaghetti in a dish.
3. Put cheese on top, and then bake it!

The golden brown and crispiness of the cheese on top contribute an incredible flavor.

It is important to make sure that your spaghetti is cooked to an al dente texture because the noodles will continue to cook somewhat while they are in the oven, and you do not want them to get mushy.

You have complete creative control over the final flavor of the sauce thanks to the flexibility of this recipe.

If you do not like green pepper, you may exclude it from the recipe and replace it with sliced mushrooms or zucchini instead. Adding more or less sauce, depending on your taste, is a simple way to tailor this recipe to your preferences.

How Long Does It Take for  Spaghetti Casserole to Bake?

Because both the pasta and the sauce are already hot when I start putting this dish together, the baking time in the oven is typically between 20 and 25 minutes.

It will take a little bit longer if you prepare it ahead of time and put it in the refrigerator. Take it out of the refrigerator about half an hour before you put it in the oven, and bake it for approximately half an hour, or until it’s hot in the middle.

Do You Serve Spaghetti Casserole That Has Been Baked?

Because the golden crust of cheese that forms on top of cooked spaghetti is my favorite part, I never cover it. When you cover this meal, it creates steam, which can cause the spaghetti to be overcooked.

For a quick and easy meal, serve this dish alongside a side salad and garlic toast. This simple casserole is wonderful when reheated and works wonderfully when frozen.

Baked Spaghetti

This simple baked spaghetti casserole is a go-to dish for busy weeknights and is a hit with the whole family.

Ingredients

• 16 ounces spaghetti cooked
• ¼ cup fresh parsley
• 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
• ⅓ cup fresh parmesan cheese shredded

sauce

• 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 small onion diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
• 1 green pepper diced
• 32 ounces pasta sauce
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes

Instructions

1. Prepare the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Over medium heat, brown the beef along with the onion, garlic, spice, and green pepper, making sure to break up the meat very well. (If there is any excess fat, drain it.)
3. To the meat, add some tomato sauce, Italian spice, and spaghetti sauce. Simmer uncovered for five to ten minutes. Mix the pasta with the chopped parsley.
4. Spread into a 9×13 pan, top with the cheeses, and bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and bubbling and the dish are heated. To serve, cut the cake into squares.

Nutrition information

Calories: 413 | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 1054mg | Potassium: 864mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 945IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 216mg | Iron: 4mg