GREEK-STYLE SPAGHETTI BAKE

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A family favorite, you may adjust all amounts to taste, I also add crushed red chili flakes to the ground beef mixture for heat.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb ground beef
1 medium chopped onion
2 teaspoons dried oregano (or to taste)
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1/2 cup red wine
1/4 cup water
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes (undrained)
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
7 ounces spaghetti (cooked and drained)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • In a skillet saute the ground beef, onion, garlic and oregano.
  • Add in the wine, water, cinnamon, salt and pepper and the tomatoes with juice; bring to a boil simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until thick.
  • In a medium pan,combine the flour, half and half cream 1/2 tsp allspice; bring to a boil, reduce the heat and cook for 5 minutes stirring constantly until thick; remove from heat.
  • Stir in mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and egg; mix well until cheese has melted.
  • In the bottom of the greased casserole dish, sprinkle 2 tablespoons bread crumbs.
  • Then evenly spread in about 2 cups cooked spaghetti.
  • Top with 2 cups of cooked ground beef mixture, then 1 cup of cream sauce.
  • Repeat the layers.
  • In a small bowl, combine the 1/2 cup bread crumbs with 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese; sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Theresa He
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This recipe sounds amazing! I'm definitely going to make it for my next dinner party.


Nadia Begum
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I'm not a big fan of Greek food, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try.


ghost buddy
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Gabriel Davis
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra spices next time.


ezra king
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I'm always looking for new spaghetti bake recipes and this one did not disappoint. It was delicious!


Avhapfani Patrick
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Ansar Don
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked the pasta.


Hm Siraj Ahmed
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Brenda Paul
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great recipe for a potluck or party.


agbor manyor
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This was my first time making a spaghetti bake and it turned out great! Thanks for the recipe!


jahangir alom
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I actually really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced.


Abbas Talib
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The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Dania's world
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I made this for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


cyrille fotsing
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was very good.


umairjutt Naseer
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I've tried many spaghetti bake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The feta cheese and spinach give it a unique and delicious flavor.


Abdurahim Mct
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This Greek-style spaghetti bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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