Microwave Spaghetti Bake Recipe

Name: Microwave Spaghetti Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (2 1/2 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained; 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 lb. ground beef; 2 (8 oz. each) cans tomato sauce; 1 1/2 c. water; 1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning; 1 tsp. garlic salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/4 lb. uncooked spaghetti, broken in half; grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Combine onion, mushrooms and butter in a 2-quart casserole. Microwave on High (100%) for 3 to 4 minutes or until onion is tender.
2
Place ground beef in casserole.
3
Cover with waxed paper. Microwave on High (100%) for 6 to 8 minutes or until meat is pink in center.
4
Stir halfway through cooking.
5
Drain off excess fat. Stir in tomato sauce, water, Italian seasoning, garlic salt and pepper.
6
Cover. Microwave on High (100%) for 4 to 5 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
7
Stir spaghetti noodles into sauce. Cover with a tight fitting lid or plastic wrap.
8
Microwave on Medium (50%) for 25 to 30 minutes or until spaghetti is tender. Stir several times during cooking.
9
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

338

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 (2 1/2 oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained, 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine, 1 lb. ground beef, and more.

Yes, Microwave Spaghetti Bake 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Microwave Spaghetti Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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