Description
Church Supper Spaghetti is a hearty baked pasta dish made with seasoned ground beef, vegetables, tender spaghetti, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese—ideal for feeding a crowd or enjoying comforting leftovers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 medium green pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14½ ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
- 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 12 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and green pepper to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with juice, water, and chili powder. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add corn, peas, and mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Fold in the cooked spaghetti and 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce chili powder to 1 tablespoon.
- Ground turkey or chicken can replace ground beef.
- Add a splash of water or broth when reheating to keep pasta moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes