Have you heard about the latest viral recipe that's taking the internet by storm? It's called baked spaghetti lasagna, and trust me, it's as delicious as it sounds. This recipe takes the classic spaghetti dish and turns it into a layered, cheesy lasagna-style masterpiece that's perfect for feeding a crowd.
Baked spaghetti is a fantastic meal for a family for several reasons. Firstly, it's a crowd-pleaser that most people enjoy. It's a classic dish that's familiar to many, and the cheesy, saucy, pasta goodness is hard to resist.
Secondly, baked spaghetti is an easy and quick meal to make. The ingredients are simple and readily available in most households, and the recipe can be adjusted to fit individual tastes and dietary requirements. It's a great meal to prepare when you're short on time or energy but still want to put together a satisfying dinner for your family.
Ingredients
My baked spaghetti recipe is a versatile dish that can be customized to fit different preferences. You can add vegetables, onions, and mushrooms to the sauce for a more nutritious meal. You can also switch out beef mince for turkey mince or plant-based protein for a healthier option.
- spaghetti pasta
- brown onion
- minced garlic
- beef mince
- spaghetti sauce (you can make your own homemade sauce too)
- butter
- plain flour
- thickened cream
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- salt & pepper
- grated cheese
See the recipe card below for quantities.
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°c. Cook the spaghetti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Start making your white sauce. Strain and set aside.
Using a pan or pot over medium heat, create a roux on a stovetop by melting butter and mixing in the flour until thick (It will look like a paste). Slowly add the thickened cream and whisk until smooth and thick. Add the garlic, onion powder and salt and pepper and whisk.
In a separate large frying pan, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until soft and translucent.
Add the beef mince and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
Add the spaghetti sauce to the pan and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the drained cooked spaghetti to the bottom of a baking dish.
Pour the creamy sauce over the spaghetti and add the mince tomato sauce layer. Top with cheese.
Bake in the oven for 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
How To Store Baked Spaghetti Pasta?
Storing baked spaghetti is easy, and there are a few different options depending on your preference and how soon you plan to eat it.
If you're planning to eat the baked spaghetti within a day or two, the easiest option is to cover the baking dish with foil or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Ensure it's cooled down completely before covering it to prevent condensation from forming and making the pasta soggy. You can reheat individual portions in the microwave or reheat the entire dish in the oven at 180°c until heated through.
If you want to store baked spaghetti for a longer period, you can freeze it. After it has cooled down completely, cut it into individual portions and wrap each portion tightly with plastic wrap and then with foil to prevent freezer burn. Label and date the packages and place them in the freezer. Baked spaghetti can be frozen for up to three months. To reheat, remove the plastic wrap and foil, and heat the portion in the microwave or oven until heated through.
It's important to note that reheating pasta dishes, including baked spaghetti, multiple times can cause the pasta to become mushy and the flavours to change. It's best to only reheat what you plan to eat to maintain the best taste and texture.
Easy Baked Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 500 grams spaghetti pasta
- 1 brown onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 500 grams beef mince feel free to double this to 1kg
- 2 jars spaghetti sauce you can make your own homemade sauce too
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons plain flour
- 2 cups thickened cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°c.
- Cook the spaghetti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Start making your white sauce. Strain and set aside.
- On a stovetop, using a pan or pot over medium heat, create a roux by melting butter and mixing in the flour until thick (It will look like a paste).
- Slowly add the thickened cream and whisk until smooth and thick. Add the garlic, onion powder and salt and pepper and whisk.
- In a separate large frying pan, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until soft and translucent.
- Add the beef mince and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Add the spaghetti sauce to the pan and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the drained cooked spaghetti to the bottom of a baking dish.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the spaghetti and add the mince tomato sauce layer. Top with cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the baked spaghetti hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.
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