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Easy Cheesy Spaghetti Pie

Quick & Simple Meals
This Easy Cheesy Spaghetti Pie is a brilliant way to turn pasta night into something extra special. A buttery spaghetti “crust” holds layers of herbed ricotta, savory meat sauce, and gooey mozzarella. It’s comforting, easy to slice, and sure to become a weeknight classic.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Spaghetti Crust:

  • 6 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

The Cheese Layer:

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh basil

The Meat Sauce:

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ small onion diced
  • 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes drained
  • 2 cups pasta sauce

For Topping:

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a deep-dish pie plate.
  • Cook spaghetti and mix with butter.
  • Whisk eggs with Parmesan and stir into the spaghetti.
  • Press into pie dish to form crust.
  • Mix ricotta with parsley and basil. Spread over the crust.
  • Brown beef and onion in a skillet.
  • Drain fat, add tomatoes and sauce, simmer briefly.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/easy-cheesy-spaghetti-pie-recipe/

Notes

  • You can swap ricotta with cottage cheese for a lighter option.
  • Try ground turkey instead of beef for a leaner version.
  • Don’t skip the resting time—it helps slices hold together cleanly.