Description
This Spaghetti Pie recipe combines the comforting flavors of Italian sausage, rich ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, and hearty spaghetti baked in marinara sauce. Perfect for a family meal, this savory pie is easy to prepare and yields a satisfying dish that tastes like a cross between spaghetti and lasagna with a delicious baked crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Cheese
- 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casing removed
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup diced mozzarella cheese (or shredded mozzarella)
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
Egg and Seasoning
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Pasta and Sauce
- 1 pound uncooked spaghetti
- 4 cups (about 32 ounces) marinara sauce, divided (plus extra if needed)
Garnish and Others
- Basil, for garnish
- Olive oil, for greasing
Instructions
- Prepare the sausage: Remove the casing from the sweet Italian sausage and cook it in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
- Cook the spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- Mix the cheese filling: In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, diced mozzarella, ¼ cup parmesan cheese, and the cooked sausage. Mix thoroughly.
- Combine with pasta: Add the drained spaghetti to the cheese and sausage mixture, folding everything together gently to evenly coat the pasta with the cheese mixture.
- Prepare the baking dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a deep 9-inch pie dish or similar baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the pie: Spoon a thin layer of marinara sauce into the bottom of the prepared dish. Add the spaghetti mixture, pressing it down evenly. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top, adding extra if needed to cover the surface.
- Top with additional cheese: Sprinkle extra parmesan cheese on top for a flavorful crust.
- Bake the pie: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Let the pie cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm with extra parmesan cheese on the side.
Notes
- If extra marinara sauce is needed to keep the pie moist, add according to preference.
- You can use shredded mozzarella instead of diced mozzarella for easier mixing.
- Ensure spaghetti is cooked al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy during baking.
- Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before serving to help it set and slice more cleanly.
