Baked Spaghetti with Cheese (Printable Version)
Savory baked spaghetti featuring ground beef, ricotta, and mozzarella, layered and baked to golden perfection.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Pasta
01 -
340 grams spaghetti
→ Meat
02 -
450 grams ground beef
→ Sauce
03 -
680 grams marinara sauce
→ Cheese
04 -
240 milliliters ricotta cheese
05 -
200 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
06 -
50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
07 -
0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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Italian seasoning to taste
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C. Cook spaghetti in boiling water until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
02 -
Brown ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat. Add marinara sauce and simmer briefly to integrate flavors.
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Combine ricotta cheese with salt and black pepper in a bowl until evenly blended.
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In a baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti, then half the meat sauce, followed by spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture. Repeat layers to use all ingredients.
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Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the assembled layers.
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Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for 15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Ensure spaghetti is well drained to prevent excess water in the baking dish, preserving texture.