Savory Baked Spaghetti

Prep: 15 min Cook: 65 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Italian

Savory baked spaghetti features rich tomato sauce, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese, offering a hearty, comforting meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. bacon grease or vegetable oil
  • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 lb. ground chuck
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1 (1 lb. 13 oz.) can tomatoes
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 (8 oz.) pkg. spaghetti

Instructions

  1. Cook onions and garlic in bacon grease or oil in a skillet for 5 minutes.
  2. Add ground chuck; cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat loses its red color.
  3. Stir in salt, pepper, and tomatoes.
  4. Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
  5. Discard garlic.
  6. Add chili powder and water.
  7. Break half of the uncooked spaghetti into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
  8. Pour on half of the sauce; sprinkle with half of the cheese.
  9. Repeat layers with remaining spaghetti, sauce, and cheese.
  10. Bake, uncovered, for 35 minutes at 325°F.
  11. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes or until brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

559 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.1g 34% DV
Total Fat 43.4g 56% DV
Carbs 32.6g 12% DV
Fiber 10.8g 39% DV
Sugar 4.8g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10741mg 100% DV
Potassium 831mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 479.3mcg 53% DV
Vitamin C 36mg 40% DV
Vitamin D 0.8mcg 4% DV
Calcium 330.8mg 25% DV
Iron 6mg 33% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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