Cornbread Spaghetti Casserole

Name: Cornbread Spaghetti Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti, cooked and drained; 1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained; 24 oz spaghetti sauce; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix; 1 large egg; 1/3 cup milk; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, for topping; cooking spray; 2 tbsp melted butter; 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Cornbread Spaghetti Casserole layers cooked spaghetti and meat sauce beneath a sweet cornbread topping that bakes to golden perfection. This hybrid comfort dish merges Italian-American pasta with Southern cornbread in a single, family-friendly bake.

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🏷️Parmesan cheese

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Total

45 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

1 lb spaghetti, cooked and drained
1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained
24 oz spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
1 large egg
1/3 cup milk
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, for topping
cooking spray
2 tbsp melted butteroptional
1/4 tsp garlic powderoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large pot, combine the cooked spaghetti with your prepared meat sauce.
3
Season the mixture generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
4
Stir in 1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese until well combined.
5
Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
6
Transfer the spaghetti mixture to the prepared dish and spread evenly.
7
In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to package directions, using the cornbread mix, egg, and milk.
8
Pour the cornbread batter over the spaghetti layer.
9
Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly, completely covering the spaghetti.
10
Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese.
11
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through.
12
If desired, mix the melted butter and garlic powder together and pour over the hot casserole.
13
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Drain the cooked ground beef thoroughly to avoid a watery casserole base; excess fat will prevent the spaghetti layer from setting properly.
Stir the spaghetti sauce, meat, and pasta together before spreading into the baking dish to ensure even flavor distribution.
Spread the cornbread batter gently over the spaghetti layer without stirring or overmixing to keep the topping light and fluffy.
Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cornbread topping; it should come out clean or with minimal crumbs when fully baked.

Substitutions

Ground beef → ground turkey or Italian sausage (adjust seasoning; sausage may add salt)
Spaghetti → penne, rigatoni, or any pasta shape (cooking time may vary slightly)
Boxed cornbread mix → homemade cornbread batter or jiffy cornbread mix (results may vary slightly in sweetness)
Parmesan cheese → Romano cheese or Pecorino (sharper flavor; use same amount)

Storage & make-ahead

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