Description
Pioneer Woman Baked Spaghetti with 3 Sauces is a layered pasta dish featuring spaghetti noodles, three different types of savory sauces, and a generous amount of cheese. This hearty and flavorful meal is baked to perfection, making it a comforting and satisfying dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Pesto Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Spaghetti:
- 1 pound spaghetti noodles
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Meat Sauce
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add Marinara Sauce: Stir in the marinara sauce and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Alfredo Sauce
- Heat Cream and Butter: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and butter. Cook over medium heat until the butter is melted.
- Add Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
Step 3: Prepare the Pesto Sauce
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves.
- Add Olive Oil: While the processor is running, slowly add olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 4: Cook the Spaghetti
- Boil Noodles: Cook spaghetti noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 5: Assemble the Dish
- Layer the Sauces and Noodles: In a large baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce, followed by a layer of cooked spaghetti, Alfredo sauce, and pesto sauce. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
Step 6: Bake the Spaghetti
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.