Viral Tik Tok Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef (lean or 80/20, crumbled)
• 1 Green Bell Pepper (seeded and diced)
• 1 Onion (medium, diced (optional))
• 1 tsp Seasoned Salt (or regular salt)
• 1 tbsp Garlic (minced)
• 24 oz Pasta Sauce (store‑bought marinara or Ragu)
• 1 cup Fire‑Roasted Diced Tomatoes (optional for extra flavor)
• 1 tbsp Sugar (balances acidity, will not sweeten noticeably)
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 12 oz Spaghetti (or any short pasta shape)
• 1 stick Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes)
• 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened, cut into cubes)
• 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (shredded, preferably fresh)
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded for topping)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables

   Dice the green bell pepper and onion (if using). Mince the garlic.

   Time: PT5M

2. Brown Ground Beef

   Heat the large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the ground beef, seasoned salt, and the diced green pepper (and onion if using). Cook, breaking up the meat, until fully browned, about 8 minutes.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: medium‑high

3. Add Flavorings and Simmer Sauce

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook 1 minute. Add the pasta sauce, fire‑roasted diced tomatoes, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: low

4. Boil Spaghetti

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 9‑10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: boiling

5. Make Cheese Sauce

   In the same skillet (or a separate saucepan), melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cream cheese and whisk until smooth. Pour in the heavy whipping cream, then stir in the shredded Parmesan. Season with a pinch of Italian seasoning and black pepper. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium

6. Preheat Oven

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce

   Add the drained spaghetti to the cheese sauce and toss until evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

8. Assemble Casserole

   Spread the cheese‑coated spaghetti in the casserole dish. Spoon the meat‑tomato sauce over the top, spreading evenly. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the surface and garnish with chopped parsley.

   Time: PT5M

9. Bake

   Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 15‑20 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.

   Time: PT18M

   Temperature: 350°F

10. Rest and Serve

    Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

560

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

55 g

Fat

25 g

Fiber

3 g