🍝 Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole – Hearty, Cheesy & Crowd-Pleasing
This cheesy baked spaghetti casserole is layered with meat, rich sauce, and gooey cheese. It’s the perfect make-ahead dinner for feeding a hungry crowd.
🍝 Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
25
minutesCalories
500
kcalComfort food at its best! This Baked Spaghetti Casserole is loaded with flavor and cheese. 🍝🧀🔥
✅ Layers of spaghetti, beef, marinara, and cheese
✅ Easy to make and bake ahead
✅ Family-friendly, freezer-friendly
✅ Great for leftovers and meal prep
📌 Save this for your next cozy dinner night!
Ingredients
8 oz spaghetti noodles
1 lb ground beef
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
- Cook Pasta: Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil. Brown ground beef, season with salt and pepper, stir in marinara sauce. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Assemble: In a baking pan, layer spaghetti, meat sauce, and cheeses. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- ✅ Add veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor.
✅ CLICK HERE to see which baking pan I recommend for perfect casseroles and easy cleanup.