Cheesy Ground Beef Spaghetti Bake

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Spaghetti
• 1 pound Ground beef (lean)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 8 ounces Tomato sauce (canned)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• ½ teaspoon Pepper
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
5. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
6. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the beef mixture. Stir until well combined.
8. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

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