Add the cooked spaghetti directly into the sauce pan.
Toss well until every noodle is coated in sauce.
Add a handful of mozzarella and parmesan into the hot noodles — optional but makes it extra cheesy!

Step 4 — Build the Cheesy Layers

Use a large baking dish or oven-safe deep plate (like the image).

Layering:

Spread half the spaghetti mixture.
Add a generous blanket of mozzarella + cheddar.
Add the rest of the spaghetti.
Top with more mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan.

You should have a thick top layer of cheese so it melts like the stretchy photo.

Step 5 — Bake

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
For a golden top, broil for 1–2 minutes, watching closely.

🍝 Serving

Use a fork or large spoon to lift a portion — the cheese will stretch beautifully (just like the picture!).

Serve with:

Garlic bread
Green salad
Roasted vegetables

💡 Tips for Perfect Cheesy Spaghetti

✔ Use freshly shredded cheese

It melts smoother and gives the gooey texture you see in the photo.

✔ Add cream cheese (optional)

Stir 3–4 tablespoons into the hot pasta for an ultra-creamy dish.

✔ Make ahead

Assemble, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake when ready.

✔ Freezer-friendly

Freeze in a container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and bake as usual.

⭐ Variation Ideas

• Spicy Version

Add red pepper flakes or spicy Italian sausage.

• Chicken Version

Use shredded rotisserie chicken instead of beef.

• Four-Cheese Bake

Use mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, and asiago for a gourmet blend.

❤️ Full Recipe Summary (Copy-Paste Friendly)

Ultimate Cheesy Baked Spaghetti
1 lb ground beef, onion, garlic → brown.
Add marinara, crushed tomatoes, seasoning → simmer.
Cook spaghetti → combine with sauce.
Layer spaghetti + cheese in a baking dish.
Top heavily with mozzarella + cheddar + parmesan.
Bake 12–15 min at 375°F until melted and gooey.
Serve hot and enjoy the stretchy cheese!