String Pie

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Italian

String Pie is a comforting casserole that combines the rich flavors of ground beef, spaghetti sauce, and creamy cheeses. This hearty dish is perfect for family dinners, bringing together familiar Italian tastes in a warm, baked format that everyone will love.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 1/4 c. chopped green onion
  • 1 jar spaghetti sauce
  • 8 oz. spaghetti, cooked and drained
  • 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tsp. butter
  • 1 c. cottage cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook beef, onion, and green pepper in a large skillet over medium-high heat until meat is brown, stirring to separate meat; drain fat.
  2. Stir in spaghetti sauce and mix well.
  3. Combine Parmesan cheese, eggs, and butter in a large bowl; mix well.
  4. Place the mixture in the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch pan; spread cottage cheese over top.
  5. Pour sauce mixture over cottage cheese.
  6. Sprinkle Mozzarella over top.
  7. Bake in a preheated 350° oven until cheese melts, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

689 kcal 34% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 27.7g 55% DV
Total Fat 43.4g 56% DV
Carbs 47.3g 17% DV
Fiber 1.6g 6% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 773.5mg 34% DV
Potassium 568.3mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 184.8mg 62% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 108.3mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 5.4mg 6% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 486.5mg 37% DV
Iron 3.2mg 18% DV

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

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