Description
This authentic Italian style spaghetti bake is a hearty and comforting dish. It’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 500g ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g canned tomatoes
- 200g mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 100g parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Combine the cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: authentic italian style spaghetti bake