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BAKED SPASAGNA BY CHEDDAR'S
This recipe was featured and prepared on our local Fox station this morning. It is on the menu at Cheddar's restaurants here in the DFW area. It is really good! This Italian dish uses spaghetti instead of lasagna noodles in a casserole-style treat that's sure to please your family. "Tender spaghetti baked with three cheeses and our Alfredo sauce, topped with our rich marinara, served with hot garlic bread."
Provided by TxGriffLover
Categories High In...
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook spaghetti al dente according to package directions. Rinse under cold water and drain. Place in large mixing bowl.
- In another mixing bowl, stir together sour cream, ricotta, half-and-half, mozzarella, oregano, basil, white pepper, garlic, salt, and half the Parmesan cheese.
- Add above cheese mixture to the spaghetti. Using hands, mix gently until spaghetti is evenly coated with mixture.
- Rub a 9x13 glass baking dish with the olive oil.
- Gently place spaghetti mixture into prepared dish. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees in pre-heated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven, remove foil and place dish on cooling rack for 10 minutes.
- Cut into six-eight squares and top with meat sauce below, or your favorite meat or marinara sauce.
- Meat Sauce.: Heat a heavy saucepan on medium heat for five minutes.
- Add ground beef and stir to break up clumps. Cook till meat is browned well. Drain meat and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to saucepan and cook over medium heat for about five minutes, or until softened.
- Return reserved meat to pan, along with spaghetti sauce, salt, oregano, basil, sugar, red wine and romano cheese. Stir well to combine.
- Bring mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
BAKED SPASAGNA BY CHEDDAR'S RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by Rose-3
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook spaghetti al dente according to the directions on the packaging. Once done, immediately rinse under cold water to stop cooking, drain and place in a large mixing bowl, set aside. In a separate bowl, add the sour cream, ricotta, half-and-half, mozzarella, oregano, basil, white pepper, garlic, salt, and half the Parmesan cheese; mix well. Add the mixture to the spaghetti and gently toss with your hands until the spaghetti is coated. Rub a 9x13-inch glass baking dish with the olive oil. Gently place spaghetti mixture into prepared dish. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake at 350°F in pre-heated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, remove foil and place dish on cooling rack for 10 minutes. Slice into six to eight squares and top with meat sauce recipe below, You may also use your favorite meat or marinara sauce as a substitute instead. Meat sauce: Heat a heavy saucepan on medium heat for five minutes. Add ground beef and stir to break up clumps. Cook till meat is browned well. Drain meat and set aside. Add onions and garlic to saucepan and cook over medium heat for about five minutes, or until softened. Return reserved meat to pan, along with spaghetti sauce, salt, oregano, basil, sugar, red wine and Romano cheese. Mix well to combine. Bring mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for 30 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
BAKED SPASAGNA
This is the recipe from the restaurant Cheddar's.
Provided by Loren Edwards
Categories Pasta
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- 2. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Rinse under cold water and drain. Place in large mixing bowl.
- 3. In another mixing bowl, stir together sour cream, ricotta, half-and-half, mozzarella, oregano, basil, white pepper, garlic, salt, and half the Parmesan cheese.
- 4. Add above cheese mixture to the spaghetti. Using hands, mix gently until spaghetti is evenly coated with mixture.
- 5. Rub a 9x13 glass baking dish with the olive oil.
- 6. Gently place spaghetti mixture into prepared dish. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees in pre-heated oven for 30 minutes.
- 7. Remove from oven, remove foil and place dish on cooling rack for 10 minutes. Cut into six-eight squares and top with meat sauce below, or your favorite meat or marinara sauce.
- 8. Meat Sauce: Ground hamburger in a medium pan. Once hamburger is brown, drain the grease and pour in the prego sauce. Stir in the sugar and pour on top of the pasta.
BAKED SPASANGA
This is a lot like the Spasanga that is served at Cheddar's Restaurant. This is great served with a salad and garlic bread. Found at www.plainchicken.com
Provided by Glenda Whisenhunt @Glenda_Whisenhunt
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions
- Drain cooked pasta
- In large bowl, stir together sour cream, ricotta, half-and-half, mozarella, oregano, basil, pepper, garlic, salt and half of the Parmesan cheese. Add cooked spaghetti and toss until well coated.
- Pour spaghetti mixture into a 9 x 13 pan lightly sprayed with cooking spray. Top spaghetti with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes
- White pasta is baking, prepare meat sauce Brown meat in skillet Drain and return to skillet Add spaghetti sauce and simmer
- Remove pasta from oven Cut into squares and top with meat sauce
Tips:
- Prep Ahead: Save time by boiling the noodles and making the sauce in advance. The sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: High-quality ingredients make all the difference in the taste of your baked spasagna. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices whenever possible.
- Don't Overcook the Noodles: Al dente noodles will hold their shape better in the baked spasagna. Cook them according to the package directions, but err on the side of undercooking.
- Layer It Up: The key to a great baked spasagna is layering. Start with a layer of sauce, then add a layer of noodles, then a layer of cheese, and so on. Repeat until you've used up all of your ingredients.
- Bake It Low and Slow: Baked spasagna is a slow-cooked dish. Bake it at a low temperature for a long time to allow the flavors to meld and the noodles to absorb the sauce.
Conclusion:
Baked spasagna is a delicious and comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its rich, cheesy flavor and hearty texture, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a satisfying meal that's easy to make, give baked spasagna a try. You won't be disappointed!
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