Description
Viral TikTok spaghetti brings explosive flavor straight from social media’s favorite kitchen sensation. Creamy, cheesy sauce mingles with perfectly seasoned ground beef, creating a comforting meal that quickly conquers dinner tables everywhere.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 1.5 jars (24 ounces each) spaghetti sauce
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups grated Parmesan-style cheese (non-animal rennet)
- 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese (made with microbial or plant-based rennet)
Vegetable and Aromatics:
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 0.5 cup chopped green bell pepper (ribs and seeds removed)
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Seasoning and Cooking Essentials:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup butter (1 stick)
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prepare the red sauce by heating olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onions and green bell peppers until they become translucent and aromatic. Add minced garlic and cook briefly, then introduce ground beef, browning thoroughly until no pink remains.
- Drain excess grease from the meat to prevent a heavy sauce. Incorporate spaghetti sauce and seasonings, stirring to combine. For those craving extra heat, sprinkle in red pepper flakes.
- Simultaneously, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Craft the Alfredo sauce by melting butter in a separate pan over low heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then whisk in flour, cooking for one minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in heavy cream, whisking constantly to create a smooth base. Fold in grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce becomes creamy and fully incorporated.
- Coat the cooked pasta with Alfredo sauce, then transfer to a baking dish. Layer the red sauce carefully on top, maintaining distinct flavor zones.
- Generously distribute shredded mozzarella across the surface. Bake uncovered at 350°F for approximately 30 minutes, or until cheese turns golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or Italian seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for spice lovers or mild preference eaters.
- Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent excess grease and maintain a lighter, cleaner sauce texture.
- Select high-quality Parmesan cheese for richer, more authentic Alfredo sauce flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg