| | Freezer Meals | | three cheese baked spaghetti (print) | | Provided By: kerry | | Description: | | Ingredients | **Recipe is for an 8x8 sized dish. Double all ingredients for a 9x13 pan**
Pasta Ingredients:
8 ounces spaghetti
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 ounces (1 1/2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese
Sauce Ingredients:
8 ounces ground beef
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups spaghetti sauce
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 ounces (1/2 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese, optional | | Directions | http://www.tammysrecipes.com/three_cheese_baked_spaghetti
***I've made this once, and followed all directions exactly. It was good, but bland. I highly recommend going heavy handed on spices/seasonings, and adding some of your own as well for extra flavor**
1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions (al dente). Drain and return to pan (remove from heat though!). Add butter and stir until butter is melted. Add remaining pasta ingredients, stirring to combine. Spread pasta-cheese mixture in the bottom of a greased 8-inch square baking dish.
2. Brown ground beef with the garlic and onion. Drain grease and return to pan. Add pepper, spaghetti sauce, sugar, and Italian seasoning. Stir well and then pour over the pasta, spreading evenly. Sprinkle cheese on top if desired.
3. Freeze or bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until top cheese is browned and spaghetti is bubbly.
If frozen, thaw overnight, then bake as directed. (baking time will be longer due to dish being cold) | | Notes | | |
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