Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Name: Baked Spaghetti Casserole with Alfredo and Meat Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 jar (15 oz) alfredo sauce; 1 box (16 oz) spaghetti, cooked; 1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained; 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce; 1 bag (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese; Dried parsley, for garnish

This baked spaghetti casserole layers cooked spaghetti with alfredo sauce, seasoned ground beef, marinara, and mozzarella for a comforting dump-and-bake dinner that comes together in one dish.

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Total

35 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

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Ingredients

1 jar (15 oz) alfredo sauce
1 box (16 oz) spaghetti, cooked
1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 bag (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
Dried parsley, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
Pour the alfredo sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2
Add the cooked spaghetti to the dish and toss with the alfredo sauce until fully coated.
3
In a separate skillet, combine the cooked ground beef with the marinara sauce and stir to combine.
4
Pour the meat sauce over the spaghetti in the baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
5
Top the casserole with the entire bag of shredded cheese.
6
Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7
Garnish with dried parsley before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Ensure the cooked spaghetti is drained well to avoid excess moisture that can make the casserole watery.
Brown the ground beef thoroughly and drain it completely before mixing into the casserole layers.
Stir the alfredo sauce gently into the cooked pasta before layering to ensure even coverage.
Cover the casserole with foil for the first portion of baking to prevent the cheese from browning too quickly.

Substitutions

Marinara sauce → meat sauce or vodka sauce (use 24 oz total)
Mozzarella cheese → provolone or Italian blend cheese (8 oz)
Ground beef → ground turkey or Italian sausage (1 lb, cooked and drained)
Alfredo sauce → pesto-cream sauce or béchamel (15 oz)

Storage & make-ahead

Store covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Reheat covered at 350°F for 15–20 minutes until warmed through, or microwave individual portions.

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish · Large pot for cooking spaghetti · Skillet for browning ground beef

Common Questions

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the casserole completely, cover with foil, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake from cold, adding 10–15 minutes to the total baking time.

Can I use fresh marinara instead of jarred?

Yes. Use approximately 24 oz of fresh marinara sauce. The consistency and bake time will remain the same.

What temperature and how long should I bake this?

Bake covered at 350°F for 25–30 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly on top.

Can I freeze this casserole?

Yes. Freeze unbaked (up to 3 months) or baked (up to 2 months) in an airtight container. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating, or add 15–20 minutes to bake time if cooking from frozen.