How to Make Ricotta Spaghetti Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a comforting and delicious pasta dish to enjoy on a cozy night in, look no further than this Ricotta Spaghetti Bake. This recipe takes the classic combination of pasta and cheese to a whole new level, with the addition of rich and creamy ricotta cheese, savory marinara sauce, and a crispy breadcrumb topping.

Not only is this dish incredibly satisfying and flavorful, but it's also surprisingly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time,...

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Ingredients

  • Reynolds Wrap® Release® Non-Stick Aluminum Foil
  • 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons butter OR margarine
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 (24 ounce) carton ricotta cheese OR cottage cheese
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 (25.75 ounce) jar Prego® Chunky Garden Combination Italian Sauce
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with Reynolds Wrap® Release® Non-Stick Aluminum Foil with non-stick side toward food.
  • Combine hot cooked spaghetti with butter; stir until butter melts and coats spaghetti. Add 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; stir to coat. Arrange spaghetti in an even layer in foil-lined pan. Spread ricotta cheese over spaghetti. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Brown ground beef, drain; add pasta sauce and heat until bubbly. Spoon over cheeses. Top with mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with non-stick foil. Bake 30 minutes. Remove foil cover and continue baking 15 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    706 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 127mg
    • Sodium: 1090mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 46g
    • Calcium: 762mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 430mg