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Easy Baked Spaghetti Pie with Meat Sauce

A close-up, golden-lit slice of 3-cheese spaghetti pie featuring layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Make this easy spaghetti pie for a hearty, sliceable pasta bake that works well for family dinners or potlucks. It features layers of spaghetti, savory meat sauce, and three types of cheese baked until golden.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons 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 and toss the hot spaghetti with the melted butter. Set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the marinara sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.
  7. In a large bowl, combine half of the cooked spaghetti, half of the meat sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix gently.
  8. Press this spaghetti mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie dish to form a crust.
  9. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the spaghetti crust.
  10. Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the ricotta layer.
  11. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese.
  12. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are lightly browned.
  13. Let the spaghetti pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can prepare the meat sauce a day ahead to save time on assembly.
  • This recipe freezes well; cool completely, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • For a richer crust, mix one egg yolk into the buttered spaghetti before pressing it into the pan.

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