How to Make Baked Spaghetti Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked spaghetti casserole is a comfort food classic that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a cozy family gathering. It's a delicious and easy dish that combines the flavors of marinara sauce, creamy cheese, and tender pasta all baked to perfection. This hearty casserole is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults, and it's a great way to use up leftover spaghetti from a previous meal.

One of the great things about baked spaghetti casserole is that it's incredibly versatile. ...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • ⅔ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup cottage cheese, or more to taste
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Mix eggs, Parmesan cheese, and butter with the spaghetti to coat pasta completely; spread into the prepared baking dish. Spread cottage cheese over the spaghetti to cover completely. Spread spaghetti sauce over the cottage cheese; top with a layer of mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake until hot in the center, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    396 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 763mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 246mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 482mg