5 STAR BAKED SPAGHETTI

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one of my family's favorite dinners, period. extremely easy, can also be tailored to what or how much of what you have. the difference is the ricotta. it gives it an amazing taste yet still doesnt taste like lasagne. try it.. with or without the mini meatballs!

Provided by chef2six

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

16 ounces spaghetti noodles
16 ounces ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup pre-shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 egg
1 tablespoon italian seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. mix all of meatball ingredients together, form small (approx 1.5") balls.
  • 2. boil until done in 1" of water, turning once.set aside. preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 3. prepare spaghetti as usual until almost done, drain.
  • 4. spread the 8oz tomato sauce, garlic powder, and 16 oz of ricotta cheese into a 13 x 9 pan.
  • 5. dump spaghetti, mix well.
  • 6. add the meatballs, and jar of spaghetti sauce over top, and then the rest of the cheeses- mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan.
  • 7. place into oven uncovered, bake 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723.5, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 134.2, Sodium 1634.2, Carbohydrate 76.4, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 11.1, Protein 39.6

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