Viral spaghetti recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Ground Beef (80% lean, seasoned with salt, pepper and garlic powder)
• 1 small Onion (Finely diced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 jar Tomato Sauce (About 24 oz, any plain marinara works)
• 1 jar Alfredo Sauce (About 15 oz, creamy Parmesan‑based sauce)
• 1 pound Spaghetti (Angel hair or regular spaghetti; cook al dente)
• 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (Shredded yourself for best melt)
• ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (Optional, freshly grated)

Instructions

1. Prep Ingredients

   Dice the onion, shred the mozzarella (and grate Parmesan if using), and measure out the sauces and pasta.

   Time: PT10M

2. Cook Spaghetti

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the spaghetti and cook until al dente (about 9‑11 minutes). Drain in a colander.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 212°F

3. Brown Ground Beef

   Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat, add the diced onion and a drizzle of oil, sauté 2 minutes. Add the ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and cook, breaking it up, until fully browned (about 6‑8 minutes).

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

4. Add Sauces

   Stir in the jar of tomato sauce and the jar of alfredo sauce to the browned beef. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, adding reserved pasta water if the mixture looks too thick.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Low

5. Combine Pasta and Sauce

   In the baking dish, spread the cooked spaghetti in an even layer, then pour the meat‑sauce mixture over it, gently tossing to coat.

   Time: PT5M

6. Add Cheese Topping

   Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the top, then add the optional grated Parmesan.

   Time: PT2M

7. Bake

   Place the dish in a pre‑heated oven at 350°F and bake until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden, about 30 minutes.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Rest and Serve

   Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving so the sauce sets.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

560

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

60 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

4 g