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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