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Baked Spaghetti and Ricotta Casserole

A comforting casserole with layers of spaghetti, ricotta, and marinara sauce, baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions: 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce.
  • Layer half of the cooked spaghetti over the sauce.
  • Spread the ricotta mixture over the spaghetti.
  • Top with remaining spaghetti and marinara sauce.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to add cooked ground beef or sausage for extra protein.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Ricotta, Spaghetti
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