Description

Spaghetti Pie combines cheesy goodness with savory ground beef, making it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying dinner. This easy dish features a spaghetti crust filled with rich flavors that everyone will love. Perfect for family meals or entertaining!

Ingredients

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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
6 ounces spaghetti
2 tablespoons butter
2 large eggs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh
1 pound lean ground beef or italian sausage
½ small onion diced
14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes drained
2 cups pasta sauce or marinara sauce

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a deep-dish pie plate.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat and drain any excess fat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the diced tomatoes and pasta sauce, and let simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened.
While the sauce simmers, cook the spaghetti al dente in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain well when done.
Place the drained spaghetti into the prepared pie plate. Add the butter and toss to coat the spaghetti evenly. Stir in the eggs and grated parmesan cheese, then press the mixture to form a crust.
In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with chopped parsley and basil. Spread this mixture over the spaghetti crust, then top with the meat sauce.
Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in other herbs like oregano or thyme.
You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version, or use meatless sausage for a vegetarian option.
This dish is great for leftovers and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 480
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 130mg