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Viral Baked Spaghetti
Instructions
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Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the ground beef. Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until soft.
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Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Stir in tomato sauce and let simmer for several minutes. Set aside.
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In another pan, melt butter and add minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute, then whisk in flour to make a roux.
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Gradually whisk in milk and simmer until thickened.
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Season the sauce, then stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted.
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Toss cooked spaghetti with the white cheese sauce. Add pasta water as needed to loosen.
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Transfer pasta to an oven-safe baking dish. Pour meat sauce over the top.
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Sprinkle with additional mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
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Bake at 400°F until the cheese is melted and golden. Serve warm.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pasta Water Magic 💧Always reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining - its starchy goodness helps bind the sauce and adds incredible depth to your baked spaghetti.
- Layering Technique 🧊Create distinct layers by spreading a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the baking dish first, then alternating pasta, meat sauce, and white sauce for maximum flavor distribution.
- Cheese Melting Perfection 🧀Combine mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and add a light sprinkle of oregano on top before the final bake to create a golden, crispy cheese crust.
- Roux Mastery 🥄When making the white sauce, cook the flour and butter mixture for 2-3 minutes before adding milk to eliminate any raw flour taste and ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- Moisture Control 💦Cook your ground beef until it's completely dry to prevent excess liquid from making your baked spaghetti watery, ensuring a rich and concentrated flavor.
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