Simple Baked Fiori Recipe

This Simple Baked Fiori recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal the whole family will love! Tender pasta is tossed in a savory tomato-meat sauce, infused with fragrant rosemary and herbs, then baked to bubbly perfection under a blanket of melted cheese. A delightful twist on classic spaghetti, this recipe is fresh, flavorful, and surprisingly simple to make. Get ready for a taste of homemade comfort!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 457.6 kcal
Protein 50g
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Ingredients for Simple Baked Fiori

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How to Make Simple Baked Fiori

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Lightly spray a medium saucepan with cooking spray or heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  5. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in thyme, oregano, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  7. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to combine flavors.
  8. Add crushed tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  9. Spoon a small amount of the meat sauce into the bottom of a 4-quart casserole dish.
  10. Layer half of the cooked pasta over the sauce, followed by half of the meat sauce and half of the cheese.
  11. Repeat layers with remaining pasta, sauce, and cheese.
  12. Cover the casserole dish with foil.
  13. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  14. Remove from oven, let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

34g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Simple Baked Fiori?

Simple Baked Fiori takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Simple Baked Fiori?

Simple Baked Fiori has approximately 457.6 calories per serving, with about 50 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Simple Baked Fiori?

The key ingredients for Simple Baked Fiori are Pasta, Nonstick Cooking Spray, Garlic, Lean Ground Beef, Dried Thyme, Dried Oregano. See the full list with measurements above.

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