Baked Spaghetti by Paula Deen

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Paula Deen's Baked Spaghetti, a hearty, cheesy casserole that transforms a classic pasta dish into a crowd-pleasing masterpiece! This recipe combines tender spaghetti with a rich meat sauce made from ground beef, Italian sausage, marinara, and aromatic spices, layered with a creamy cottage cheese and Parmesan mixture. Topped with a glorious blend of mozzarella and cheddar, this dish is baked to bubbly perfection, offering a golden, cheesy crust that’s impossible to resist. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, this baked spaghetti delivers layers of flavor in every bite. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to 8, it’s an easy-to-make dish loaded with comfort and Southern flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 oz Spaghetti
• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 lb Ground Italian sausage
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 cups Marinara sauce
• 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes
• 6 oz Tomato paste
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cups Cottage cheese
• 2 Eggs, beaten
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, and beaten eggs. Mix well.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 7

Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.

Step 8

Layer half of the cooked spaghetti on top of the sauce. Then, spread half of the cottage cheese mixture over the spaghetti, followed by half of the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over this layer.

Step 9

Repeat the layers with the remaining spaghetti, cottage cheese mixture, and meat sauce. Top with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and the cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbling and golden.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the baked spaghetti rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3694.3 grams (3694.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5204

Total Fat 318.60g	408%
Saturated Fat 135.60g	678%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 1332mg	444%
Sodium 10767mg	468%
Total Carbohydrate 285.40g	104%
Dietary Fiber 30.90g	110%
Total Sugars 95.00g
Protein 309.10g	618%

Vitamin D 123IU	616%
Calcium 3208mg	247%
Iron 34mg	188%
Potassium 5965mg	127%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.7%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 21.8%