Spaghetti Pie
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Prep or cook this item before starting the rest of the recipe.
- 8ozcook this firstspaghetti noodles
- 1egg
- 1ccottage cheese
or ricotta
- 3tbspbutter
softened
- 1c[grated]parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2cmarinara sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4c[chopped]basil leaf
Directions:
Timers
- Lightly grease a deep dish pie plate with cooking spray -- preheat oven to 350.
- Cook spaghetti noodles according to package directions. Drain, and add hot noodles to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg. Add the butter and the warm pasta. Toss until butter is melted.
- Add parmesan cheese, basil, and a little salt and pepper and toss everything gently to combine. Empty pasta mixture into prepared pie pan and pat firmly into pan.
- Spread cottage cheese evenly over the top of the pasta. Spoon your favorite spaghetti sauce over top and smooth into an even layer.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving.