Nostalgic Spaghetti Pie
The first time I ever made a Baked Spaghetti Pie was in 1994. I remember the year specifically because I had just graduated from high school and entered a pre-college internship for a year. My boss had a really sweet family. After work, I would occasionally babysit his kids or help his wife Lynn around the house. She was pregnant, with their fourth child, and was trying to prepare a freezer full of meals before she gave birth, to make it easier to feed the family once the baby came. One Saturday I spent the entire day helping her turn freshly-picked apples into gallons of homemade applesauce, making sausage and potato casseroles in foil pans, and making multiple baked spaghetti pies. I was enamored by the idea of pressing spaghetti and meat sauce into pie pans, so it could be easily frozen and rewarmed later.
Spaghetti Pie Recipe with Cream Cheese!
Lynn told me she learned how to make her baked spaghetti pie recipe from her grandma. It was a simple, but comforting recipe. However, I have tweaked this recipe over the years, into a bigger Baked Spaghetti Casserole with a surprise inside. When you cut into my baked spaghetti pie recipe, you’ll find a silky layer of cream cheese! Here’s what else you’ll need to make delicious this baked spaghetti recipe with cream cheese:
Spaghetti – For this recipe you’ll need spaghetti noodles! Cook according to package directions. Ground Beef – Rich protein that is usually found in spaghetti meat sauce. (or sub ground turkey) Ground Italian Sausage – You can either use mild or hot. It’s your choice. Yellow Onion – The perfect balance of zesty and sweet flavors to enhance the sauce. Garlic – The more the merrier. Crushed Tomatoes – For tangy texture and taste. (or sub marinara sauce) Tomato Paste – Super concentrated tomato flavor. Italian Seasoning – To add perfect italian herb flavor. Eggs – The eggs help bind all the ingredients together so that you can slice and serve it easier. Salt – To enhance flavors. Italian Cheese Blend – This cheesy addition tops the whole pie! (sub shredded parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.)
How To Make Baked Spaghetti Pie Casserole
Get the Printable Baked Spaghetti Pie Recipe Below!
Make Ahead Spaghetti Pie Casserole
Spaghetti and meat sauce is always a crowd-pleaser. Yet, turning it into a pie offers a fun twist, and it’s pretty darn handy! Not only can you freeze and reheat this Baked Spaghetti Casserole Recipe. They are also fabulous make-and-take dinners for sick friends, family’s with new babies, and potlucks.
How To Freeze Baked Spaghetti Pie with Cream Cheese
If you plan to make and freeze your Baked Spaghetti Pie, make the pie as instructed above, but do not bake. Wrap the pan thoroughly with foil and place in the freezer. When ready to use, heat the oven to 350 degrees F, and bake the frozen pie covered for 50-60 minutes. Everyone is excited to get their slice of spaghetti and meat sauce. Yet it seems to create less messy hands and faces than traditional spaghetti. Double win! You are going to love this recipe.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Spaghetti Pie with a side of crusty garlic bread or homemade breadsticks and a big fresh caesar salad.
How Long Does This Recipe Last In The Fridge?
You can store this recipe in the fridge inside an airtight container for 3 to 5 days.
Can I Make This With Spaghetti Squash?
Yes, but it might be a little runny, since pasta absorbs moisture, and spaghetti squash releases it. If you give it a try, place a rimmed baking sheet under the springform pan to catch any drippage.
What Should I Do If I Forgot The Eggs?
Honestly, in this case, I would skip them. The pie won’t hold together as well, but will still taste delicious!
Can I Make More Than One Pie At A Time?
It’s easy to multiply the recipe to make several pies at once. If you plan to make a bounty of spaghetti pies to place in the freezer and/or give away, I suggest buying round or square 10-inch foil pans. Classic foil pie pans aren’t quite large enough.
More Spaghetti Recipes to Try!
Low Carb Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe Easy Instant Pot Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Recipe One Pot Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe Roasted Red Pepper Marinara Recipe One-Pot Sunday Gravy Recipe
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