Spaghetti Pie is a delightful twist on traditional spaghetti, where cooked pasta is combined with cheese, eggs, and other savory ingredients, then baked into a pie form for a hearty and comforting meal.
This fun and filling dish takes classic spaghetti and transforms it into a sliceable, cheesy creation that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or making ahead for busy weeknights. It’s everything you love about pasta!
At the heart of spaghetti pie is cooked spaghetti mixed with a blend of eggs, cheese, and sometimes a little butter or cream. This forms the “crust” or base of the pie once it’s pressed into a baking dish or pie plate. It’s baked just enough to set, creating a sturdy layer that holds its shape and has just the right amount of bite.
The filling is where the magic happens. A rich cheese sauce and tomato sauce is spooned over the pasta base. The flavors soak into the spaghetti while baking, adding depth and a hint of sweetness from the tomato. Then comes the cheese, a generous layer of mozzarella, Parmesan, or ricotta (or all three) gets melted on top for a bubbly, golden finish.
What makes spaghetti pie so appealing is its versatility. You can keep it classic or customize it with vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers. It can be made vegetarian or spiced up with chili flakes or hot sausage for a little heat. Plus, it slices beautifully, making it easy to serve for lunchboxes, parties, or leftovers the next day.
Spaghetti pie brings a playful twist to a traditional pasta dinner. It’s comforting, filling, and just a little bit nostalgic – the kind of dish that makes everyone at the table smile.
Ingredients
- 200 grams spaghetti cooked according to package instructions
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 100 grams ricotta cheese softened
- 100 grams mozzarella cheese shredded
- 50 grams parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a pie dish with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked spaghetti, beaten eggs, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the spaghetti mixture to the prepared pie dish and press down gently to flatten.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the top of the spaghetti mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pie is set.
- Allow the Spaghetti Pie to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
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This is such a unique take on spaghetti! I really loved it 😂
I dunno, it felt a bit weird to me. Spaghetti in pie form? Who even thought of this? Meh.
My Italian grandma would disown me for making this, but I loved it! 😂🥳
Ha! Your grandma might not approve, but this looks like a fun twist on pasta! 😂 Can’t wait to try it out!
I didn’t have Parmesan, used feta instead! Still turned out ok. 😉
Eat, bake, love it!
Looks great but I’m a bit skeptical. Spaghetti pie? Really? 😬
Yummy! My kids ate it all and asked for more! Would definitely make again.
Easy peasy! I added some veggies, like bell peppers and mushrooms, and it turned out great! Yum!
I used way too many eggs, ended up with an eggy mess! Next time I’ll follow the recipe better.
Is this even real cooking? Just a bunch of pasta and cheese. Come on people, let’s elevate our meals! 🤨
Tried it but the spaghetti was too mushy. Maybe cook less? 🤔
That sounds weird. You sure you followed the recipe right? Spaghetti shouldn’t get mushy if cooked as per instructions. 🤔 Maybe your pot is too hot?
I totally get you! I cooked mine for too long once and it turned into a mushy mess too. Less time is definitely the way to go! Good luck next time! 🍝
This is basically just spaghetti casserole… not sure if that’s pie.
This was surprisingly good! Can’t believe how much my kids loved it! Will definitely make again.
Wow, I’m so glad your kids liked it! My picky eaters were a fan too, so I guess it’s a winner!
Mmm! I made this for dinner tonight and it was delicious! Will add to my favorites!
I’m so glad you loved it! It’s a family favorite here too! 😍
Really? I found it kind of bland. Did you add anything else?
Can you use different pasta? I got penne instead of spaghetti 🤷♀️
?? Cooks fine, but why not just make spaghetti like a normal person?
I think it’s fun to mix things up! Spaghetti pie is a creative twist! Who says you can’t get creative in the kitchen?
But a normal spaghetti is simple and tasty! Why complicate it? This seems too fancy for just a pasta dish.
So cheesy and delish! The best comfort food ever! 💖
Mine didn’t really “set” after 45 minutes—more like a gooey casserole. I might’ve underbaked it or pressed it too gently.
I don’t really get the whole spaghetti as a pie thing… Seems weird.
It might sound strange at first, but it’s really tasty! Think of it like a different kind of lasagna. You should definitely give it a try!
I honestly think it’s kinda gross. I mean, spaghetti is meant to be twirled around a fork, not pie-ed! Who even came up with this?!
Followed it pretty exactly, but I might’ve pressed a little too hard when flattening. Still tasted great though—marinara on top is a good move.
Marinara on top *is* nice, but pressing too hard can make it kinda dense right? I usually stop when it looks even, not like I’m making a lasagna brick 😅 Also 45 min at 350F feels short—mine usually needs longer to set.
Glad you tried it! I’ve done the “pressed a little too hard” thing too—still ends up tasty. Next time maybe just firm it down lightly so it bakes evenly. That marinara top really is the best part.