Delicious and easy Spaghetti Pie – a family favorite comfort food! Made with savory spaghetti, marinara sauce, ground beef, and gooey melted cheese, this baked pasta dish is a perfect weeknight meal that everyone will love!

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This recipe is such a fun twist on a classic spaghetti pasta meal. The cooked spaghetti is used to make a crust inside a pie dish. Then, the noodle crust is filled with a layer of cheese and another layer of meat sauce. The pie has a lasagna vibe but with a fancy spaghetti remix. I promise that you will not only love making spaghetti pie, but your family will also adore eating it, maybe even more than regular, old spaghetti and meatballs!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

There are so many reasons why you will love this recipe, but let me name just a few to get you even more excited about spaghetti pie.

Easy to Make: This is a simple recipe that feels fancy without a whole lot of effort. It is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without breaking a sweat.
Kid-Friendly Fun: Spaghetti pie is a hit with kids (and adults)! It turns ordinary spaghetti into something fun and exciting, making dinner time more enjoyable for everyone.
Comfort Food Vibes: Combining pasta, meat sauce, and cheese into a cozy pie makes this dish the ultimate comfort food. It is hearty, filling, and satisfying for any occasion.

Recipe Ingredients:

Spaghetti – Any brand of spaghetti noodles will work!
Salted butter – I like to use salted butter for this recipe for a little boost of flavor, however unsalted will work as well.
Large eggs
Parmesan cheese – Use freshly grated parmesan cheese, not the powdered stuff that comes in the plastic jar.
Ricotta cheese – I like to use whole milk ricotta.
Italian seasoning
Salt
Pepper
Olive oil
Ground beef – I use ground beef labeled 80/20 which means it is 20% fat and 80% meat. I like this grade as it is tender and juicy thanks to the higher fat percentage compared to leaner beefs.
Pasta sauce – Make your own homemade pasta sauce or use your favorite store-bought jar!
Mozzarella cheese

Directions For How to Make Spaghetti Pie

Step 1. Gather your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9″ deep-dish pie pan and set aside.

Step 2. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted water according to the package directions. Drain and place in a large bowl.

Step 3. Add the butter, egg and cheese to the spaghetti and toss everything together.

Step 4. Press the spaghetti mixture into the prepared pie dish to make a crust.

Step 5. Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato sauce, remove from the heat and set aside.

ground beef and tomato sauce in a skillet.

Step 6. In a separate bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the ricotta filling. Spread the filling across the bottom of the pie dish, on top of the spaghetti crust.

Step 7. Pour the beef sauce into the pie crust. Bake until the sauce is bubbling.

Step 8. Remove the pie from the oven and sprinkle the mozzarella over the top then return the pie to the oven. Bake until the cheese is melted and browned.

Step 9. Cool the pie for about 10 minutes, and then enjoy!

Variations

Use ground turkey, Italian sausage, ground chicken in place of the ground beef. You can also skip the meat and use diced veggies in the sauce to make a vegetarian spaghetti pie.
Replace the Italian seasoning in the ricotta filling with dried basil or dried parsley.
Stir the ricotta filling ingredients into the pasta sauce rather than layering it into the pie dish. This will make the pie filling creamy, rich, and even easier to make!

Tips for Success

Make sure to cook your spaghetti until it’s al dente so it holds its shape during baking and doesn’t turn mushy.
After baking, let the spaghetti pie rest for a few minutes before cutting into it. This helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.
Try baking the pie in a springform pan instead of a pie dish. The springform pan makes for a cleaner, more impressive presentation when you pop the pie out and show off those perfect layers.

Serving Suggestions

Spaghetti pie is a true meal all on it’s own. It is so hearty and filling! But if you want to add a little extra to your meal here are a few suggestions:
Homemade French bread
Parker rolls
Garlic bread
Low Carb Zuppa Toscana

Storage + Reheating

To Store: Keep leftover spaghetti pie in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Make sure it’s fully cooled before storing it to maintain freshness and the best texture.
To Freeze: If you want to freeze spaghetti pie, wrap the cooled pie tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. It’ll stay good for up to 2-3 months in the freezer. Simply thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
To Reheat: Reheat slices of spaghetti pie in the oven at 350°F until warmed through. If you’re in a rush, you can microwave it for 1-2 minutes. I like to use the oven to keep the crust crispy!

I hope you enjoy this delicious Spaghetti Pie recipe! If you give it a try, please share your experience in the comments below. Don’t forget to tag me on social media @allthingsmamma and use the hashtag #allthingsmamma.