Description
This Spaghetti Pie combines rich flavors of mozzarella, ricotta, and seasoned beef in a cozy dish that’s easy to prepare, perfect for quick dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a deep-dish pie plate.
- In a large skillet, brown the beef over medium-high heat, then drain the fat. Add the onion and cook for about 3 minutes until softened, then stir in the tomatoes and pasta sauce, simmering uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened.
- While the beef is cooking, prepare a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti al dente according to package directions, then drain.
- Place the drained spaghetti in the prepared pie plate, add butter, and toss to coat. Stir in eggs and parmesan cheese, pressing down to form a crust.
- In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, parsley, and basil, then spread this mixture into the spaghetti crust. Top with the meat sauce.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, add mozzarella on top and bake for another 5 minutes until cheese is browned and bubbly. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure to drain the tomatoes well to prevent excess moisture in the pie.
Feel free to substitute ground beef with Italian sausage for a different flavor.
This dish can be made in advance and reheated for a convenient meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg