Cheesy Baked Spaghetti w/ Alfredo & Meat Sauce

Ingredients :

• For the Alfredo Spaghetti Base:

   

• 12 oz spaghetti, cooked al dente

   

• 1½ cups heavy cream

   

• 1 stick (½ cup) butter

   

• 1 cup grated parmesan

   

• ½ tsp garlic powder

   

• Salt & pepper to taste

  For the Meat Sauce:

   

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage

   

• ½ onion, diced

   

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

   

• 1½ cups marinara or pasta sauce

   

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

   

• Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar

   

• Cheese Layer:

   

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella

   

• Optional: a sprinkle of cheddar or provolone for a blend

   

• Dried parsley for garnish

   

• Garlic Bread (on the side):

   

• French bread or Texas toast

   

Butter / garlic powder / parsley /shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. 1. Make the Alfredo Sauce:
2. Melt butter in a pan, add cream and garlic powder. Simmer gently.
3. Stir in parmesan and season to taste.
4. Toss cooked spaghetti in the sauce. Set aside.
5. 2. Cook the Meat Sauce:
6. Brown the meat with onion and garlic.
7. Stir in tomato paste, marinara, and seasoning. Simmer 10–15 mins until thick and rich.
8. 3. Layer It Up:
9. In a greased baking dish, add a layer of Alfredo spaghetti.
10. Spoon meat sauce over top.
11. Sprinkle with mozzarella and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 mins or until bubbly. Broil for 2–3 mins for that golden cheese top
12. 4. Toast the Garlic Bread:
13. Mix softened butter with garlic powder and parsley. Spread on bread.
14. Bake or broil until golden. Optional: add cheese before broiling.