Baked Spaghetti with Minced Beef and Bacon

Baked Spaghetti with Minced Beef and Bacon (Page 2 ) | March 8, 2025

Directions

Prepare the Spaghetti:
- Boil water in a large pot, adding salt and vegetable oil.
- Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Meat Sauce:
- Cook the diced bacon in a large frying pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté the chopped red onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the minced beef and cook until browned.
- Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and oregano to taste.
- Stir in the tomato sauce and cooked bacon. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Prepare the Béchamel Sauce:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, whisking constantly, for about 1 minute.
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
- Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Assemble the Dish:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the cooked spaghetti, followed by half of the meat sauce, and then a layer of béchamel sauce.
- Repeat the layers, and top with grated mozzarella cheese.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.