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Baked Spaghetti By Paula Deen Recipe

Indulge in Paula Deen's unforgettable Baked Spaghetti recipe! This comforting casserole features a rich tomato sauce simmered to perfection, savory ground beef, and the perfect blend of cheeses. The secret? Angel hair pasta for a light yet satisfying dish. Don't miss out on this family favorite – get ready for a taste of Southern comfort!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 456.5 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.7 (88 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Spaghetti By Paula Deen

  • 0 Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 0 Italian Seasoning
  • 0 Seasoning Salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb angel hair pasta
  • 0 Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup salt
  • 1/4 cup black pepper
  • 1/4 cup garlic powder

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How to Make Baked Spaghetti By Paula Deen

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large stockpot, combine: 28 oz can crushed tomatoes, 15 oz can tomato sauce, 2 cups water, 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp House Seasoning (recipe below), 1 tbsp sugar, and 2 bay leaves.
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  4. While sauce simmers, brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through and no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
  5. Add cooked ground beef to the simmering sauce. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
  6. Cook 1 lb angel hair pasta according to package directions. Drain well.
  7. In a 13x9x2 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom.
  8. Layer half of the pasta over the sauce, followed by half of 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese and half of 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  9. Repeat layers: sauce, pasta, remaining Jack cheese, remaining mozzarella cheese.
  10. Top with remaining sauce.
  11. Bake for 30 minutes.
  12. Sprinkle remaining cheese (about 1/2 cup of either cheese or a mix) over the top.
  13. Bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  14. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

612 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

54g

Carbs

11g

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