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One-Pan Cheesy Spaghetti Pie.

A simple, all-in-one baked spaghetti pie with a creamy ricotta filling and melted mozzarella on top.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic minced or grated
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound dry spaghetti break in half if needed to fit pan
  • 24 ounce marinara sauce about 1 jar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • fresh basil and/or oregano for topping

Equipment

  • 12-inch oven-safe skillet or large oven-safe saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon or heatproof spatula
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large 12-inch (or larger) oven-safe skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried parsley, and crushed red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, until the garlic is golden and fragrant, about 4–5 minutes.
  4. Carefully stir in the marinara sauce, 2 cups of water, and season with kosher salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Add the dry spaghetti, breaking it in half if needed to fit, and increase the heat to high.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then stir frequently and cook until the spaghetti is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 8–10 minutes.
  7. While the pasta cooks, whisk together the eggs, ricotta, and grated Parmesan in a medium bowl until smooth.
  8. Remove the pan from the heat and quickly stir the ricotta–egg mixture into the hot pasta until combined.
  9. Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the top.
  10. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 20–25 minutes.
  11. Remove from the oven, top with fresh basil and/or oregano, slice, and serve.

Notes

  • Use a large oven-safe skillet so the pasta cooks evenly.
  • Break the spaghetti to fit the pan if necessary.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for heat.
  • Make sure the garlic does not brown too quickly to avoid bitterness.