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    Cheesy Spaghetti Pie

    Published: Jan 16, 2018 · Modified: Jan 31, 2022 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Cheesy Spaghetti Pie is a fun twist on lasagna. A delicious dinner kids and adults alike will love. Pasta crust, creamy ricotta in the center, with a layer of hearty meat and topped with melted cheese, this dish is golden!

    I can’t figure out what I enjoy most about this Cheesy Spaghetti Pie.  The spaghetti or vermicelli crust.  By the way, vermicelli is just thinner spaghetti noodles!  Although spaghetti noodles will work, vermicelli tastes a lot better.

    There is just something about the thinner noodles that makes this dish work better.

    The middle ricotta layer adds a creamy center.  Grab the creamiest ricotta cheese you can find.

    As for the meaty layer you can use any ground meat you like.  I use whatever I have on hand.

    As for the vegetables inside the meaty tomato sauce you can literally clean your fridge and use any vegetables that you require or desire.  My friend Julie only uses onions in her sauce.

    As for the shredded cheese on top you can use your favorite variety.  I usually use mozzarella or a cheddar mozzarella blend because that is usually what I have around.

    Cheesy Spaghetti Pie is a hit with kids and adults alike.  Serve with a simple salad of your choice, bread and butter or garlic bread.  This delicious dinner will never disappoint!  I mean, how could it?

    Ingredients in Cheesy Spaghetti Pie

    Bottom Pasta Crust

    • salt
    • pasta
    • garlic
    • butter
    • parmesan
    • egg
    • Italian seasoning

    Middle Ricotta Layer

    • ricotta cheese
    • egg
    • oregano

    Top Meaty Layer

    • onion
    • oil
    • ground beef, pork, sausage, turkey or chicken
    • tomato sauce
    • tomato paste
    • sugar
    • Italian seasoning
    • salt
    • pepper

    Cheese Topping

    • shredded cheese

    How to make Cheesy Spaghetti Pie

    Bottom Pasta Crust

    Breaking up the pasta can be difficult. I was told to wrap the noodles tightly in a clean, dry, dishtowel to prevent the dry pasta from flying everywhere and making a mess. After trying it I thought brilliant! I break the noodles in half and then half again. Do the best you can here. It doesn’t have to be perfect. You might even want to break up the pasta in smaller handfuls so it is easier to break up.

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Bring salted water to boil in a large pot. Add vermicelli and cook until almost done or al dente. Drain in a colander in the sink.

    In a large bowl combine cooked vermicelli, butter, garlic, Parmesan cheese, egg, and Italian seasoning. Dump mixture into a deep 9 ½ to 10 inch pie plate. Press mixture into the plate. Bake until crust has set, between 15 and 20 minutes. Set aside.

    Middle Ricotta Layer

    In a medium sized bowl combine ricotta, egg, and oregano.I use a hand held blender but I leave it up to you. Scrape bowl with a spatula and spread mixture over top of your pasta crust.

    Top Meaty Layer

    Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until shimmering or a drop of water flicked in it dances. Add onion and cook until softened, between 3 and 4 minutes. Add ground meat and cook until lightly browned and no longer pink, between 6 and 7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, and sugar and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Cheese Topping

    Top ricotta layer with meat mixture and sprinkle top with shredded cheese. Bake until golden brown on top, about 25 minutes. Broil for a moment or two to darken cheese if you desire. Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Slice into wedges and enjoy!

    If this Cheesy Spaghetti Pie recipe isn’t for you than you have a list of our favorites below for you to consider as well!  I am sure you will find something you want to try!

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    Cheesy Spaghetti Pie

    Take a moment to peek at our video!  This pasta dish is definitely worth a try!

    Cheesy Spaghetti Pie Video

    Cheesy Spaghetti Pie

    Spaghetti Pie

    Cheesy Spaghetti Pie is a fun twist on lasagna. A delicious dinner kids and adults alike will love. Pasta crust, creamy ricotta in the center, with a layer of hearty meat and topped with melted cheese, this dish is golden! 
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    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Italian

    Equipment

    • large skillet
    • saucepan
    • pie plate

    Ingredients
      

    BOTTOM PASTA CRUST

    • salt, for noodle water
    • 6 ounces vermicelli broken into 2-inch pieces
    • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
    • 2-3 tablespoons butter
    • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded or grated
    • 1 large egg, beaten
    • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, dried

    MIDDLE RICOTTA LAYER

    • 1 cup creamy ricotta cheese
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 teaspoon oregano, dried

    TOP MEATY LAYER

    • 1 small onion, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon oil
    • ¾ - 1 pound lean ground beef
    • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
    • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, dried
    • salt to taste
    • pepper to taste

    CHEESE TOPPING

    • 1 ½- 2 cups cheese, shredded

    Instructions
     

    BOTTOM PASTA CRUST

    • Breaking up the pasta can be difficult. I was told to wrap the noodles tightly in a clean, dry, dishtowel to prevent the dry pasta from flying everywhere and making a mess. After trying it I thought brilliant! I break the noodles in half and then half again. Do the best you can here. It doesn't have to be perfect. You might even want to break up the pasta in smaller handfuls so it is easier to break up.  
    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Bring salted water to boil in a large pot. Add vermicelli and cook until almost done or al dente. Drain in a colander in the sink.  
    • In a large bowl combine cooked vermicelli, butter, garlic, Parmesan cheese, egg, and Italian seasoning. Dump mixture into a deep 9 ½ to 10 inch pie plate. Press mixture into the plate. Bake until crust has set, between 15 and 20 minutes. Set aside.  

    MIDDLE RICOTTA LAYER

    • In a medium sized bowl combine ricotta, egg, and oregano.I use a hand held blender but I leave it up to you. Scrape bowl with a spatula and spread mixture over top of your pasta crust. 

    TOP MEATY LAYER

    • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until shimmering or a drop of water flicked in it dances. Add onion and cook until softened, between 3 and 4 minutes. Add ground meat and cook until lightly browned and no longer pink, between 6 and 7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, and sugar and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste.

    CHEESE TOPPING

    • Top ricotta layer with meat mixture and sprinkle top with shredded cheese. Bake until golden brown on top, about 25 minutes. Broil for a moment or two to darken cheese if you desire. Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Slice into wedges and enjoy!

    Notes

    I believe this recipe originated at CooksCountry.com 
    Keyword easy pasta, easy recipe, pasta, spaghetti
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