Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Get a deep 9- or 10-inch pie pan or a 2 to 2 1/2 quart baking dish ready and lightly grease it.
- In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta, cream cheese, salt, basil, parsley, oregano, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and bring a salted pot of water to a boil for the spaghetti.
Cooking the Meat Sauce
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then cook with the onion in a skillet over medium-high heat for 7 to 10 minutes, breaking up the meat as it browns.
- Drain the fat, then lower the heat to medium and add garlic, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning, cooking for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer uncovered while the pasta cooks.
Build the Crust and Layer the Pie
- Cook the spaghetti until al dente, drain, and toss with butter and Parmesan in the pot.
- Add the whisked eggs and mix until well coated.
- Stir 1 1/2 cups of the meat sauce into the spaghetti and press the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Spread the ricotta mixture over the spaghetti layer and spoon the remaining meat sauce on top.
Baking and Serving
- Sprinkle mozzarella over the top and bake uncovered for 30 minutes until hot and cheese is melted.
- Let the pie rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a green salad, garlic bread, or roasted vegetables. Leftovers can be stored and reheated easily.
