Description
Viral TikTok spaghetti delivers comfort and excitement in one irresistible pasta dish. Simple ingredients blend into a creamy, hearty meal guaranteed to satisfy hungry appetites at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb (453 g) ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
Pasta and Sauces:
- 1 lb (453 g) spaghetti
- 1 jar (24 oz / 680 g) marinara sauce
- 1 jar (15 oz / 425 g) Alfredo sauce
Cheese and Seasonings:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F, creating the perfect environment for baking the pasta dish.
- Prepare the spaghetti noodles in boiling water until they reach an al dente texture, then carefully drain and set aside.
- Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a large skillet, allowing it to shimmer before introducing finely chopped onions and minced garlic.
- Sauté the aromatics until they become translucent and release their fragrant essence.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small crumbles and cooking until a rich, golden-brown color develops.
- Eliminate excess fat from the meat to ensure a cleaner, more concentrated flavor profile.
- Pour marinara sauce into the skillet, allowing the mixture to simmer and meld together for several minutes.
- Select a spacious baking dish and create the first layer using half of the cooked spaghetti.
- Gently cascade Alfredo sauce over the noodles, carefully mixing to ensure even distribution.
- Construct the second layer by adding the remaining spaghetti noodles.
- Crown the dish with the savory marinara and meat mixture, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Generously scatter mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the top, creating a molten, appetizing layer.
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven, allowing it to bake until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden blanket.
- Once complete, remove from the oven and optionally garnish with delicate fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot, ensuring maximum flavor and enjoyment.
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly drain the pasta to prevent excess water from making the dish soggy.
- Use high-quality marinara and Alfredo sauces for richer, more complex flavor profiles.
- Consider using lean ground beef or substituting with ground turkey for a healthier alternative.
- Experiment with adding sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg