Paula Deen Baked Spaghetti Recipe
Are you looking for a cozy, comforting dinner? The Paula Deen Baked Spaghetti Recipe is the perfect choice. It is cheesy, warm, and very filling.
Equipment
- Large skillet or pan
- Large pot
- Colander
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing spoon or spatula.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dry spaghetti noodles.
- 1 pound lean ground beef.
- 1 medium onion chopped fine.
- 1 bell pepper diced small.
- 2 cans 15 oz tomato sauce.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted water. Drain it while it is still firm.
- Cook the beef in a large skillet. Add the onion and bell pepper now.
- Stir in tomato sauce and dry spices. Let the sauce simmer for ten minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the meat sauce. Mix everything until the noodles are coated.
- Pour half the mix into the baking dish. Sprinkle half of your cheese on top.
- Add the remaining pasta and remaining cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
Notes
- Do not overcook your pasta initially.
- It softens more while baking in sauce.
- Use high-quality sharp cheddar for better flavor.
- Add a pinch of sugar to the sauce.
- This cuts the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Let the dish rest before you slice it.