More and More Spaghetti Bake

Italian-AmericanBeefIntermediate65 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil or fat
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 0.8 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 20 oz canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 oz canned mushrooms, drained
  • 15 oz canned peas, drained
  • 12 oz spaghetti, cooked and drained
  • 2 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sliced black olives

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a large baking dish.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onions, green pepper, and garlic salt until softened but not browned.

  3. 3

    Add ground beef and brown, breaking into small pieces. Drain excess fat.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes, chili powder, and water. Cover and cook over low heat for 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add mushrooms, peas, salt, pepper, and olives. Stir to combine.

  6. 6

    Cook the spaghetti according to package directions, drain, and add to the meat sauce. Mix well.

  7. 7

    Fill the baking dish with half the spaghetti mixture, cover with half the grated cheese. Repeat layers.

  8. 8

    Bake 20–30 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted and golden.

Tags

americanitalian-american