Would You Eat This Baked Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

 

Ingredients:

1 lb spaghetti

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp salt

1 tbsp olive oil

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. Cook meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

4. Sauté vegetables: Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the beef. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened.

5. Make sauce: Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15–20 minutes.

6. Combine: Toss cooked spaghetti with meat sauce until well mixed.

7. Bake: Transfer to a greased baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan if using. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly.

8. Serve warm from the tray.