Description
Tiktok Spaghetti is a delicious layered pasta casserole featuring creamy Alfredo-coated spaghetti topped with a savory ground beef red sauce and melted mozzarella. This comforting dish combines rich flavors and textures, baked to bubbly perfection, making it a crowd-pleaser for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
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Red Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef, 80/20
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 1/2 (24-ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
Pasta:
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 16 ounces spaghetti
Alfredo Sauce:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Red Sauce: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper and sauté until translucent. Stir in 1 tablespoon minced garlic and cook until fragrant for 1-2 minutes. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease, then season with 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning. Stir in 1 1/2 jars (36 ounces) of spaghetti sauce and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, adding 1 tablespoon salt. Cook 16 ounces of spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In a separate pan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter over low heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour and stir constantly for 1 minute to form a roux. Remove the pan from heat and slowly whisk in 2 cups heavy cream until smooth. Return to heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Combine Pasta with Alfredo: Toss the drained spaghetti with the Alfredo sauce, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated. Spread the coated pasta evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the red sauce evenly over the Alfredo-coated spaghetti layer, taking care not to mix the layers. Sprinkle 2 cups mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of dried Italian seasoning. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative to ground beef.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the red sauce.
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese gives the best flavor in the Alfredo sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- To save time, precooked pasta or jarred Alfredo sauce can be alternatives, but fresh sauce is recommended for best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
