If you're in the mood for a hearty, comforting meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck, cheesy spaghetti casserole is the answer. This classic dish is made with cooked spaghetti, a creamy cheese sauce, and a variety of add-ins like vegetables, meat, or seafood. It's then baked until bubbly and golden brown. With so many variations to choose from, there's a cheesy spaghetti casserole recipe out there for everyone.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEESY SPAGHETTI AND SPINACH CASSEROLE
If you're feeling the need for cheese, this recipe has you covered. Creamy pasta and spinach are layered with a tomato sauce and lots of gooey mozzarella cheese before being baked to bubbly, golden brown perfection.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook spaghetti to al dente as directed on package. Drain spaghetti, and add it back to the hot pan.
- Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in flour, pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually beat in milk with whisk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; beat in Parmesan cheese and spinach with whisk, then beat in eggs.
- Toss cheese sauce with hot spaghetti, and add half of the mixture to the baking dish. Spread 1 1/2 cups of the tomato basil pasta sauce over mixture; sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups of the mozzarella cheese. Add remaining half of spaghetti mixture, remaining tomato basil pasta sauce and remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted and lightly browned on top. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1500 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CHEESY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE
Make and share this Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LizCl
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine cooked spaghetti, mushrooms, chicken, soup, butter, milk, pepper and 1 cup cheese.
- Mix well and put into a 2 quart casserole dish.
- Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
BAKED CHEESY HAM AND SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE
This is a favorite dish of mine for leftover ham. I like to use a mix of parmesan and white cheddar or you can use a monterey jack cheese if you prefer that, but it is just creamy and comforting. I love to bake a ham once a month. I cut it up and freeze and that way I always have a quick meal waiting to be put together. So many people only cook ham on holidays, but it is a great resource and inexpensive. Give this a try for a nice way to use your leftovers and good comfort food on a chilly night.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Spaghetti
Time 1h4m
Yield 4-6 Individual Servings, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Pasta -- Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package in a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook until al dente, drain and set aside.
- Ham and Vegetables -- Now in that same large pot you cooked the pasta in, add the butter and heat to medium. Then the mushrooms, ham, onion, scallions, parsley and cook until the mushrooms and onions are soft.
- Sauce -- To the vegetables, add the flour and stir until well blended. Then the broth, sherry, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Go easy on the salt because the broth and ham are both salty. Cook and stir until the sauce mixture thickens on medium to medium high heat. Reduce to medium and add in the cream, 1/2 of the parmesan, 1/2 of the white cheddar and the peas.
- Combine and Bake -- Add the drained pasta to the vegetable and cheese sauce and toss well. Spray a casserole dish 13x9 or similar with Pam or a nonstick spray and heat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread the pasta mix into the casserole and top with the extra cheese. Bake about 30 minutes until bubbly and the cheese get nice and brown on top. Let set 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to firm up.
- This is a absolutely great casserole. I have also done this same recipe with leftover turkey or chicken and was just as good. And don't be afraid to use a sharp cheddar or even a swiss cheese as well. I just happen to like the white cheddar and parmesan best.
CHEESY SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE
This casserole is so yummy, with the addition of all that cheese....how could you go wrong!(note: plan ahead, this casserole needs to sit in the fridge for a couple of hours, or overnight)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Spaghetti
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-7 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a 2-qt casserole dish.
- Brown ground beef with 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, (and garlic, if using); drain off any fat.
- Add tomato sauce, salt and pepper, cook and simmer over med-low heat for 25-30 mins; remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, onions and green pepper.
- Spread half of the cooked and drained spaghetti in prepared casserole dish.
- Cover with the cheese mixture.
- Add remaining spaghetti, and drizzle the melted butter on top.
- Spread the tomato/meat sauce over the top of the spaghetti.
- Chill in the fridge for 2 hours, or overnight, to blend the flavors.
- Remove from the fridge 20 mins before baking.
- Bake for 45 mins, or until hot and bubbly.
- If desired top with 1-2 cups grated mozzeralla cheese the last 15 mins of baking.
CHEESY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by CBozenka
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Combine first 12 ingredients. Spread into a lightly greased 9x13-inch dish (or 2 9x9-inch dishes). Top with cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake uncovered for 45-60 minutes, until bubbly.
Tips:
- Use a variety of cheeses to create a more flavorful casserole. A good combination is a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
- Cook the spaghetti al dente before adding it to the casserole. This will prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Don't overmix the casserole. Just stir until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Serve the casserole immediately with a side salad or garlic bread.
Conclusion:
Cheesy spaghetti casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover spaghetti. With its creamy and cheesy sauce, tender spaghetti, and crispy breadcrumb topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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