Baked spaghetti with cheese
8 servings
40 minutes
Baked spaghetti with cheese is a cozy Italian dish that embodies the harmony of simplicity and rich flavor. It originates from home cooking traditions, where tender layers of pasta combine with aromatic meat sauce and creamy cheese filling. Baking adds a golden crust and enhances the depth of flavor, making the dish particularly appetizing. The combination of tomato sauce with oregano gives it a Mediterranean character, while cream cheese and sour cream add softness and a creamy texture. This recipe is suitable for both cozy family dinners and festive tables, delighting with its richness and pleasant aroma.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
2
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Spaghetti: 400 g
3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat and onion; sauté until the beef is browned, about 3-5 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Drain excess fat.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Ground beef: 400 g
- Onion: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Mix tomato sauce and oregano. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add to the minced meat.
- Tomato sauce: 1 jar
- Dried oregano: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream.
- Cream cheese: 100 g
- Sour cream: 100 g
6
Add pasta to the prepared baking dish, layer with cheese and minced meat, and sprinkle with cheese.
- Spaghetti: 400 g
- Cream cheese: 100 g
- Ground beef: 400 g
- Cheese: 200 g
7
Place in the oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes.