Southern Baked Spaghetti Casserole Recipe
This Southern Baked Spaghetti Casserole recipe combines tender pasta, savory meat sauce, and melted cheese for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is a twist on classic spaghetti, baked to perfection with layers of cheesy goodness
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Spaghetti
- Ground beef or sausage
- Onion
- Garlic
- Tomato sauce
- Diced tomatoes
- Cheddar cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Eggs
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook ground beef or sausage with onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs and mix with cooked spaghetti. Add a portion of cheese.
- Layer half of the spaghetti mixture into a greased baking dish. Spread the meat sauce, then top with the remaining spaghetti.
- Cover with mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Make ahead and freeze for easy meal prep.
- Add veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg