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Ultimate Easy Baked Spaghetti Pie Recipe

A hearty, square slice of baked spaghetti pie topped with meat sauce and melted cheese.
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Make this hearty Spaghetti Pie for a comforting, sliceable dinner. It features layers of pasta, savory meat sauce, and a creamy cheese filling, perfect for family meals or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound spaghetti, cooked al dente
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan.
  2. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
  3. While the pasta cooks, prepare the meat sauce. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook until the meat is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in garlic, marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the drained spaghetti, melted butter, beaten egg, and 3/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
  6. Press about two-thirds of the coated spaghetti mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie dish to form a crust.
  7. Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the spaghetti crust. Sprinkle with the 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.
  8. Spoon the meat sauce over the cheese layer.
  9. Top the sauce with the remaining one-third of the spaghetti mixture, gently pressing it down. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese over the top.
  10. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned.
  11. Let the spaghetti pie cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a make-ahead option, assemble the entire pie, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
  • This dish freezes well. Wrap cooled, unbaked pies tightly in plastic wrap and foil. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed.
  • If you prefer a crispier edge, brush the exposed spaghetti crust with a little extra melted butter before baking.

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