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Easy Spicy Spaghetti Pie with Crispy Cheese Crust

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A cozy and comforting dish that transforms leftover spaghetti into a spicy, sliceable pie with a golden, crispy cheese crust. Perfect for quick dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces dried spaghetti, cooked al dente
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 to 1½ teaspoons red chili flakes, adjusted to taste
  • 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 6 ounces)
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 ounces), divided
  • A handful fresh basil, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional extras: sliced black olives, cooked spicy sausage, sautéed mushrooms

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-9 minutes. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer gently for 10 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked spaghetti with the spicy tomato sauce until well coated. Let cool slightly.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and stir in mozzarella, half of the Parmesan (reserve ¼ cup for topping), chopped basil if using, salt, and pepper.
  6. Fold the egg and cheese mixture into the cooled spaghetti and sauce until combined.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or cast iron skillet.
  8. Transfer the spaghetti mixture into the dish, pressing down gently to compact. Sprinkle the reserved Parmesan evenly on top.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese crust is golden brown and crispy.
  10. Let the pie rest for 5 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free pasta. For dairy-free, use nutritional yeast and dairy-free cheese alternatives but the crispy crust will differ. Avoid microwaving leftovers to keep crust crispy; reheat in oven or toaster oven instead. Let the pie rest after baking for easier slicing. Adjust chili flakes to taste for milder or spicier versions. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best crust.

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