Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish./nStep 2: Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside./nStep 3: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned. Add onion and cook until softened, then stir in garlic./nStep 4: Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika. Simmer for 5–7 minutes./nStep 5: In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese and sour cream until smooth./nStep 6: Combine cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce, then spread half into the baking dish./nStep 7: Layer the ricotta mixture over the pasta, then top with remaining spaghetti mixture./nStep 8: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top./nStep 9: Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden./nStep 10: Garnish with fresh parsley and let rest slightly before serving.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) covered with foil or microwave in portions. This casserole can also be frozen for up to 2 months and reheated before serving.