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Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a deep-dish pie plate.
2. Make the Spaghetti Crust
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Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain well and return to the pot.
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Stir in butter until melted.
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In a small bowl, whisk eggs and Parmesan cheese, then mix into the spaghetti.
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Press the spaghetti mixture into the pie plate, forming an even crust.
3. Prepare the Cheese Layer
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In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, parsley, and basil.
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Spread evenly over the spaghetti crust.
4. Make the Meat Sauce
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In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in diced tomatoes and pasta sauce. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Spread meat sauce over the ricotta layer.
5. Bake & Add Cheese Topping
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Bake for 20–25 minutes.
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Remove from oven, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and bake 5 more minutes until bubbly.
6. Serve
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Let cool slightly before slicing.
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Enjoy warm!
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