Layered Italian Casserole Recipe

Name: Layered Italian Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti; 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean); 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cans (15 ounces each) Italian tomato sauce; 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 4 cups 1% cottage cheese; 2-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Servings: persons

12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) Italian tomato sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon dried oregano
4 cups 1% cottage cheese
2-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

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Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a
2
over medium heat, cook the beef, onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, parsley and oregano; heat through.
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In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Drain the spaghetti.
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Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with half of the spaghetti, cheese mixture and remaining meat sauce. Repeat layers (dish will be full).
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Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti, 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean), 1 large onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Layered Italian Casserole falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Layered Italian Casserole

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