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Baked Spaghetti With Cottage Cheese Recipe

Baked Spaghetti With Cottage Cheese Recipe

Are you tired of eating the same old spaghetti recipe? Why not try something new? Baked spaghetti with cottage cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that will surely satisfy your taste buds. Not only is it a crowd-pleaser, but it's also a great dish to make ahead of time for a quick meal during the week.

Ingredients:

Ingredients For Baked Spaghetti With Cottage Cheese
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) of your favorite spaghetti sauce
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

Instructions For Baked Spaghetti With Cottage Cheese
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Add the spaghetti sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  6. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and spread a small amount of the meat sauce on the bottom.
  7. Add half of the cooked spaghetti on top of the meat sauce.
  8. Spoon half of the cheese mixture over the spaghetti.
  9. Add the remaining spaghetti on top of the cheese mixture.
  10. Spoon the remaining meat sauce over the spaghetti.
  11. Spoon the remaining cheese mixture over the meat sauce.
  12. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

And there you have it! A delicious and easy-to-make baked spaghetti with cottage cheese recipe that's perfect for any occasion. Serve with garlic bread and a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips:

Tips For Baked Spaghetti With Cottage Cheese
  • If you don't have ground beef, you can substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage.
  • You can also add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to the meat sauce for added flavor and nutrition.
  • If you want a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the meat sauce.
  • This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for a quick and easy meal during the week.

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