Description
Hearty, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying, this Easy Spaghetti Pie is a delicious twist on a pasta night favorite. With layers of tender spaghetti, savory meat sauce, and melty cheese, it bakes into a sliceable pie that’s perfect for feeding the family or impressing guests without much effort. Comfort food doesn’t get much better—or easier—than this!
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Ingredients
For the Spaghetti Base:
8 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp butter
2 large eggs, beaten
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Ricotta Layer:
1 cup ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Meat Sauce:
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 tsp dried basil or Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Topping:
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain well and return to the pot.
Add butter, beaten eggs, and Parmesan cheese, and mix to coat the pasta evenly.
Let cool slightly while preparing the other components.
Step 2: Prepare the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until browned.
Drain excess fat, then stir in minced garlic, marinara sauce, basil, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 5–7 minutes to develop flavor. Set aside.
Step 3: Mix the Ricotta Layer
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Stir until smooth and set aside.
Step 4: Assemble the Pie
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Press the spaghetti mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-inch pie dish, forming a crust.
Spread the ricotta mixture over the spaghetti layer.
Top with the warm meat sauce, spreading evenly.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top.
Step 5: Bake the Spaghetti Pie
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes to get the top golden and slightly crispy.
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve
Top with chopped parsley or basil if desired.
Slice into wedges and serve warm with a side salad or garlic bread.
Notes
Use Day-Old Spaghetti – Great way to use leftovers!
Let It Rest – Slicing is easier after a short rest out of the oven.
Customize the Sauce – Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives to the meat sauce.
Go Meatless – Use sautéed veggies or plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version.
Double the Recipe – Make one for now and freeze one for later.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian-American