Baked Church Supper Spaghetti

Step 4: Assemble the Baked Spaghetti

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
3. Layer half of the cooked spaghetti over the sauce.
4. Spread half of the cheese mixture evenly on top of the pasta.
5. Pour half of the remaining meat sauce over the cheese layer.
6. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella on top.
7. Repeat the layers: remaining spaghetti → remaining cheese mixture → remaining meat sauce → remaining mozzarella.

Step 5: Bake the Spaghetti

1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
3. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy

1. Let the baked spaghetti rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. This helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.
2. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
3. Serve with garlic bread or a simple side salad for a full meal.

Tips for Success

• Make ahead: You can assemble this dish a day in advance and refrigerate it. Bake it when ready to serve.
• Freezing: Baked spaghetti freezes well. Assemble, cover tightly, and freeze. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
• Cheese variation: Add provolone or extra cheddar for a richer flavor.
• Extra flavor: Sauté mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini with the meat for more veggies.

Baked Church Supper Spaghetti is more than just pasta—it’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal with layers of flavor, cheese, and nostalgia. Each slice reveals a perfect balance of tender spaghetti, savory meat sauce, and melted cheese, making it a true comfort food classic.

If you want, I can also create a shortcut version that keeps all the flavor but bakes in one pot, perfect for weeknight dinners. Do you want me to do that?