Easy Cheesy Baked Spaghetti

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.

2. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

5. Stir in the Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

6. Combine the cooked spaghetti and the meat sauce in a large mixing bowl. Toss until the spaghetti is evenly coated with the sauce.

7. Transfer the spaghetti mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly with a spatula.

8. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the spaghetti, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.

9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

11. Once done, remove the baked spaghetti from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

12. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy the warm and cheesy goodness!