Healthy & Light Baked Spaghetti Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion, and cook until softened.
• STEP 3.Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
• STEP 4.Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
• STEP 5.In a large baking dish, combine the cooked spaghetti and the tomato sauce mixture. Mix well to coat the spaghetti evenly.
• STEP 6.Sprinkle low-fat cheese on top of the spaghetti and cover the baking dish with foil.
• STEP 7.Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 8.Let the baked spaghetti cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
• STEP 9.Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can use ground chicken or lean ground beef instead of ground turkey.
• Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini to the sauce.
• If you prefer a spicier flavor, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the spaghetti in a microwave-safe dish and heat in the microwave until warmed through.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the spaghetti in a microwave-safe dish and heat in the microwave until warmed through.
• Serve the baked spaghetti hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves for added freshness.