Cheesy Beef Spaghetti Bake
Indulge in this flavorful Cheesy Beef Spaghetti Bake recipe, featuring tender ground beef, gooey melted cheese, and al dente spaghetti, all baked to perfection. This hearty dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for a comforting and delicious meal, packed with savory flavors and oozing cheesy goodness. It's a crowd-pleasing recipe that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish.
- 2.
Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- 3.
In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
- 4.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- 5.
In the greased casserole dish, layer half of the cooked spaghetti, followed by half of the ground beef mixture, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
- 6.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- 7.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- 8.
Allow the Cheesy Beef Spaghetti Bake to cool for a few minutes before serving.
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