SPAGHETTI BASIL TORTE

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This impressive looking torte is deceptively easy to make and a perfect dish to serve when you're entertaining. If you like ripe olives, add a can (four ounces) of sliced ripe olives to the spaghetti mixture. Serve with whole green beans and warm crusty bread.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup chopped fresh or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
2 medium tomatoes, each cut into 5 slices
4 slices (1 ounce each) provolone cheese, cut in half

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Spray springform pan, 9x3 inches, with cooking spray. Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • Toss spaghetti, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning and eggs until spaghetti is well coated.
  • Press half of the spaghetti mixture in bottom of pan. Sprinkle with half of the basil. Layer with half of the tomato and cheese slices. Press remaining spaghetti mixture on top. Sprinkle with remaining basil. Layer with remaining tomato and cheese slices.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes until hot and light brown. Let stand 15 minutes. Remove side of pan. Cut torte into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg

Jerry Lyons
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. It's a really unique and delicious dish.


Sunil Khokhar
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This was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more garlic and chili flakes next time.


Hanifullah Faizi
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I've made this torte several times now and it's always a success. It's a great dish to serve for company.


Rahul Sunar
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's always a hit when I make it.


Dominic Lockett
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Jada Joseph
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This is a great recipe to use up leftover spaghetti. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Kacha Badam
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I love the addition of sun-dried tomatoes to this recipe. They add a nice tangy flavor.


Boeroe Geesty
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This was my first time making a spaghetti torte and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


KM MIRAJ
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this torte. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is perfect.


mim tamima
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I often double the recipe so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Dipak Gharti mager
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I've made this torte several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's also a great make-ahead dish.


Amelia Harris
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This was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Tiron Tiron
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Just made this and it's delicious! I used fresh basil from my garden and it really made a difference in the flavor.


Noah Possum
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I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover spaghetti.


Investor Atse
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This spaghetti basil torte turned out amazing! The flavors of the basil and Parmesan cheese really shine through.