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 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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