Spaghetti Lasagna
A simplified twist on classic lasagna using spaghetti, ground beef, and a rich tomato sauce for a comforting one-pot meal that's easy to customize.
Ingredients
Pasta and Meat Base
- 14 oz cooked spaghetti (about 7 oz uncooked)
- 8 oz 85% lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp garlic (minced, divided)
- 2 oz onion (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Hunt's tomato paste
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour (divided to 2 1/2 tbsp and 1/2 tbsp)
- 3/4 tsp salt (divided to 1/2 tsp and 1/4 tsp)
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup homemade tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 small egg (cracked and whisked)
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 oz cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions, but take it off the heat one minute early for al dente texture. Drain and set aside.
- While the spaghetti cooks, mince the garlic and chop the onion into even cubes. Grate the cheese finely.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Stir in Hunts tomato paste, 2 1/2 tablespoons of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper to form a rich base.
- Gradually pour in the homemade tomato sauce, chicken broth, and milk, stirring to combine and let bubble gently for about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg and slowly add it to the meat mixture while stirring to bind the ingredients together.
- Gently stir in the cooked spaghetti until every strand is coated.
Baking
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti mixture. Sprinkle with some grated cheddar cheese, then add the remaining spaghetti and top with more cheese and chopped parsley.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
- Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving, then cut into squares and enjoy with a garnish of fresh herbs.
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Notes
This dish can be made in advance and refrigerated. You may customize by adding vegetables or swapping cheeses. Serve with salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.