Baked American Spaghetti

CIndytc's Note:

This is a recipe I used to make years ago and forgot about until my sister wanted the recipe.....I had to go hunting for it and I am putting here for her to get and for me to rememeber to make again.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 50 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 1.0 casserole

• 8 ounces spaghetti , uncooked
• 1 large onion , chopped
• 1 garlic clove , peeled and chopped
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 (14 ounce) diced tomatoes , undrained
• 1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 ½ cups water
• 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup cheddar cheese , grated

Directions:

1. In a large frying pan, cook onion, garlic and ground beef until meat is browned, drain.
2. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, one cup of water, seasonings.
3. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. White meat mixture is simmering, break up spaghetti strands into three parts, Place in an ovenproof casserole dish such as a 9 X 13.
5. Add the other 1/2 cup water and mix with raw spaghetti.
6. Add meat mixture and combine all ingredients.
7. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
8. Uncover casserole, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.

Reviews

[Papa D]

This is a great spaghetti casserole, good flavor and easy to put together. I made as written with a couple of minor adjustments, I only used 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and used beef broth in place of water. Thanks for posting. *Made for My-3-Chefs fall 2009*