Spaghetti Pie Recipe
This spaghetti pie recipe is proof that comfort food doesn’t have to be complicated. With its crispy spaghetti crust, rich meat sauce, and melty mozzarella topping, it’s a fun twist on a classic that’s guaranteed to win over the whole family.
Ingredients
- For the Spaghetti “Crust”
- 8 ounces spaghetti cooked and drained
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 large beaten egg
- ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
- For the Filling
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cups tomato sauce or marinara sauce of choice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Topping
- 1 cup ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- Extra parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: In a large pot, cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and toss with melted butter, beaten egg, and parmesan cheese. This mixture forms your “pie crust.”
- Shape the crust: Press the spaghetti mixture evenly into a greased 9-inch pie plate, forming a base and sides.
- Cook the filling: In a skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onion until no pink remains. Drain excess fat. Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the cheese layer: In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese with a lightly beaten egg until smooth.
- Assemble the pie: Spread the ricotta mixture over the spaghetti crust. Top with the meat sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously on top.
- Bake: Place in a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool slightly & serve: Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing into wedges. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.
Notes
- Don’t overcook spaghetti — slightly undercooked pasta holds up better when baked.
- Use a deep-dish pie plate to prevent overflow.
- Let rest before slicing to help the pie set.
- Season generously since pasta can be bland.
- Drain meat well to avoid a soggy crust.