Name: K&W Baked Spaghetti Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Ingredients: 1 pound spaghetti; 1 pound ground beef; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes; 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 20 minutesCook time: 40 minutesRest time: 5 minutesTotal time:1 hour 5 minutesServings:8 servingsCalories:530 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package directions. Set aside after draining.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fully cooked.
To the skillet, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. To mix, stir everything together.
Reduce the heat to low and leave the sauce to simmer for 15 minutes.
Layer half of the cooked spaghetti, half of the sauce, and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses in a large baking dish. Rep with the rest of the spaghetti, sauce, and cheeses.
Drizzle the melted butter all over the spaghetti.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Allow a few minutes for the baked spaghetti to cool before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients: Because the sauce and cheese are the key elements of this dish, it’s critical to use high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor. Use fresh garlic, onion, and bell pepper, and high-quality canned tomatoes and cheese.
Layer the ingredients evenly: When putting the spaghetti, sauce, and cheese in the baking dish, make sure to spread each layer evenly to ensure a proper balance of spaghetti, sauce, and cheese in every bite.