Get ready to join the craze because our viral oven-baked
While we acknowledge that traditional Italian purists might raise an eyebrow at this method, we’re confident that anyone who values a hassle-free and speedy meal will fall head over heels for it! And if you’re not already sold on this super simple recipe, let’s just say that Food Network’s queen of Italian cuisine, Giada de Laurentiis, was enough of a fan that she posted her Food Dolls-inspired version on TikTok!
Table of Contents
- Want to learn the history of a real oven baked spaghetti? Keep reading!
- Oven-Baking Spaghetti: The History
- Ingredients You Need
- Different Ways of Making It
- What About Making Sauce From Scratch?
- How to Make Viral Baked Spaghetti Casserole
- Can Oven-Baked Spaghetti Be Healthy?
- Is It an Easy Dish To Make?
- How to Store
- Is It an Easy Dish To Make?
- Let Us Know How It Goes and Enjoy Your Spaghetti!
- More Spaghetti Recipes To Try
- Oven Baked Spaghetti Recipe
We do love to make classic spaghetti on the stovetop. However, that is not the goal of this recipe.
The beauty of oven-baked
Want to learn the history of a real oven baked spaghetti ? Keep reading!
Oven-baked
This dish has many variations across the globe, with some styles using more tomatoes than others. In this blog post, we explore oven-baked
Oven-Baking Spaghetti : The History
Neapolitan chefs created the recipe in Naples in the 1700s. However, it quickly spread throughout Europe and America during WWII largely as a result of limited food supplies.
In the early 19th century, Italian immigrants from Sicily arrived in New York City. They brought with them many types of traditional dishes; including, oven baked
Many iterations of the recipe became popular. For instance, a popular option features bread crumbs in place of pasta dough. However, this dish became particularly popular among Italians living abroad. It served as a great way to keep their culture alive even from across the globe!
Ingredients You Need
Below is an overview of the ingredients and instructions for this recipe. Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the complete details and nutrition information!
- Spaghetti – Use your favorite
spaghetti noodles, and opt for gluten-free varieties to keep this recipe gluten-free-friendly. - Pasta Sauce – You’ll need a high-quality red pasta sauce. For the best results, we highly recommend creating a homemade marinara sauce.
- Seasonings – Incorporate dried oregano or Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper for added flavor. Feel free to add a dash of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, too!
- Aromatics – Freshly minced garlic and white or yellow onion add elements of savory, slightly sweet flavor to the dish.
- Oil – We recommend using a high-quality olive oil, but avocado oil would also work.
- Cheese – Freshly grated parmesan cheese adds extra depth with a layer of nutty, savory flavor.
Different Ways of Making It
The most basic oven-baked
For example, some oven-baked
You can also make oven-baked
Different countries across Europe have their own signature style of oven-baked
You can even mix in protein! Try cooking lean ground beef, Italian sausage, ground turkey, or ground chicken in a large skillet. Then, use it to create a savory meat sauce to make this meal even more filling.
What About Making Sauce From Scratch?
Making your sauce from scratch can add a nice touch to oven-baked
For example, you could make an onion or garlic base for your sauce before adding any other ingredients. Just be sure to let the sauce cook for a good amount of time so that all the flavors have time to combine!
Making sauce for oven-baked
How to Make Viral Baked Spaghetti Casserole
Before you begin, set your oven to preheat.
- Combine. Add all the ingredients except for the cheese to a large baking dish, and stir to combine and coat.
- Bake. Cover and bake until the noodles are al dente.
- Rest. Uncover the dish, and allow the dish to rest. Then, stir the ingredients.
- Bake again. Top the
spaghetti with the mozzarella cheese and bake again until the cheese melts and is bubbly. Enjoy!
Can Oven-Baked Spaghetti Be Healthy?
Spaghetti is fairly healthy when prepared with simple ingredients and cooking methods! As always, the ingredients included affect the nutritional makeup of the dish.
For example, oven-baked pasta with a lot of vegetables and lean meats is a fairly healthy dish. Meanwhile, oven-baked pasta with processed foods like cheese or meat products is substantially less nutritious. That being said, this type of meal is better for you than a pizza!
Is It an Easy Dish To Make?
This recipe is relatively easy to make. You just need to follow some key steps to ensure the best results.
For example, mixing in enough sauce can be difficult without making a mess. So, it may require using more than one bowl or plate throughout the cooking process.
We also recommend lining your baking pan with aluminum foil before putting down any of the ingredients. This allows for easier clean-up afterward.
How to Store
Cover the cooked
Reheat in the oven or microwave just until heated through. Add a splash of broth to freshen the dish back up if it becomes too dry!
Is It an Easy Dish To Make?
It is a dish that is relatively easy to make. However, if you want the best oven-baked pasta possible it is important to follow some key steps.
First, use multiple bowls or a very large bowl to mix everything to make sure you have enough room to mix in the sauce. Also, try lining your baking pan with aluminum foil so that cleanup is a breeze.
Let Us Know How It Goes and Enjoy Your Spaghetti !
We’ve given you a glimpse into the backstory and variations of oven-baked
Be sure to hit us up with any questions or comments in the comment section below!
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Oven Baked Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 16 ounces spaghetti uncooked
- 16 ounces jar pasta sauce
- 3 cups water
- 1 teaspoon oregano or italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt more or less to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper more or less to taste
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion sliced thin
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add all the ingredients except for the mozzarella cheese to a large baking dish. Stir well.16 ounces spaghetti, 16 ounces jar pasta sauce, 3 cups water, 1 teaspoon oregano or italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 5 cloves garlic, 1 onion, 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven about 20-25 minutes in and give it a stir. *Be sure not to skip this step.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and bake uncovered for an additional 8-10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly!1 cup mozzarella cheese
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I have made this several times and my family really enjoys it. The mozzarella cheese at the end made it too gooey, so I left it off the last few times I made the recipe. Easy and tasty!
Thank you for the feedback, Wendy! We’re so glad you and your family enjoy the recipe. ๐
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
I really wondered about that onion and sure enough, we didnโt like it at all. I think I really messed up by using angel hair pasta instead of spaghetti. I should have stopped baking it after the 22 minute stir. It looked pretty good then! But if I try it again it will be without the onion!
Sorry to hear this, Katie! We do hope you give it another shot.
Xo,
Alia & Radwa