Ingredients for Kittencal's Spaghetti Pie
- Thin Spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus 1/4 cup
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- Cream Style Cottage Cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus 1 cup
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Basil
- 28 oz (794g) can crushed tomatoes
- Sliced Mushrooms
- Seasoning Salt
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How to Make Kittencal's Spaghetti Pie
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart round casserole dish or an 11x7 inch baking dish.
- **Make the Sauce:** In a large skillet or saucepan, brown 1 lb ground beef with 1/2 medium onion (chopped) and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
- Add 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon dried basil. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in 28 oz (794g) can crushed tomatoes, 8 oz (227g) sliced mushrooms, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with additional salt to taste.
- **Prepare the Spaghetti:** Cook 1 lb spaghetti according to package directions until almost al dente. Drain in a colander, rinse under cold water, and drain well.
- In a large bowl, toss cooked spaghetti with 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Season with salt to taste.
- **Assemble the Pie:** Spread the spaghetti mixture evenly into the prepared dish, pressing down firmly to compact.
- In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups cottage cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Spread evenly over the spaghetti.
- Dollop the tomato sauce mixture over the cottage cheese layer and spread gently.
- Top with 1 cup (or more!) shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
38 g
Sugar
15g
Fat
65g
Carbs
9g
