Spaghetti Pie Recipe

Ingredients

For the Spaghetti Crust:

6 ounces spaghetti

2 tablespoons butter

2 eggs

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

The Cheese Layer:

1 cup ricotta cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried parsley)

½ teaspoon dried basil (or 1 tablespoon fresh basil)

The Meat Sauce:

1 pound lean ground beef

½ small onion, diced

14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, drained

2 cups pasta sauce

For Topping:

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Step 1:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a deep-dish pie plate with cooking spray to avoid sticking.

Step 2:

Cook the spaghetti according to the instructions on the package. After draining, return it to the pot and mix in the butter until it’s melted.

Step 3:

In a small bowl, whisk the eggs with the grated Parmesan cheese. Add this egg mixture to the cooked spaghetti, stirring to coat all the noodles evenly. Press the spaghetti mixture into the prepared pie plate, forming a crust.

Step 4:

In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parsley, and basil. Spread this mixture evenly over the spaghetti crust to form the second layer.

Step 5:

Heat a skillet over medium heat, then cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion softens. Drain off any excess fat.

Step 6:

Stir in the diced tomatoes (drained) and pasta sauce into the skillet with the beef and onion. Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 7:

Spoon the meat sauce over the ricotta cheese layer, spreading it evenly.

Step 8:

Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the spaghetti crust is set and the pie is hot throughout.

Step 9:

Remove the pie from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Return the pie to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10:

Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving.