Jens Southwestern Baked Spaghetti Vegetarianvegan Recipes

VEGETARIAN BAKED SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti according to package directions, set aside
• Combine onion, garlic, mushrooms, green pepper, olive oil, sea salt, pepper, basil and oregano in a large skillet.
• Sautee on medium high heat, stirring frequently for 10-15 minutes, or until mushrooms cook down and evaporate their liquid
• Add pasta sauce to veggie mixture and stir to combine
• Using a 9 X 13 baking dish, first lay down all of the cooked spaghetti on the bottom
• Top spaghetti with 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1 cup of parmesan cheese
• Pour sauce over top and mix up with tongs until well combined (add optional red pepper flakes here if desired)
• Top with remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese sprinkled over the top
• Bake at 450 degrees for 12-15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and starting to brown

JEN'S SOUTHWESTERN BAKED SPAGHETTI (VEGETARIAN/VEGAN)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray 9X13 casserole dish. Have cooked spaghetti ready to go.
• Saute onion, bell pepper and garlic in olive oil until tender. Add cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add black beans and corn to mixture. Cook for 2 minutes.
• Add tomato sauce. Cook for 2 minutes.
• Mix spaghetti with the bean/tomato mixture.
• Spread into casserole dish.
• Sprinkle with Daiya cheese or cheese.
• Bake at 425 f for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and mixture is bubbly.
• Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes.
• Top with cilantro and serve.

SOUTHWESTERN BAKED SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti per package direcions.
• Combine milk and egg, mix well.
• Combine drained spaghetti, milk and egg; mix well.
• Pour spaghetti mixture into a buttered 9X13 inch casserole dish.
• Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper and garlic in a large skillet; drain.
• Return drained meat back into the skillet and add seasonings; Cook for 2 minutes.
• Stir in tomato sauce and cook for 2 more minutes.
• Spread meat mixture over spaghetti.
• Sprinkle with cheese.
• Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and is bubbly.
• Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes.

BAKED SPAGHETTI (CHEESY & SPICY)

Steps:

• Saute onion, peppers and garlic in 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat until tender.
• Add tomatoes, mushrooms, olives, hamburger meat, basil, oregano, salt and pepper and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
• Place 1/2 of the spaghetti in a greased 13x9x3 inch dish.
• Top with half the meat sauce mixture.
• Sprinkle with 2 cups of Fiesta Blend Cheese.
• Repeat layers.
• After second layer of cheddar cheese, sprinkle all the parmesan cheese on top.
• Mix soup with water and pour over casserole. I used my finger to spread evenly so not to disturbe the cheese.
• Sprinkle with paprika to garnish.
• Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.
• NOTE: I believe because of all the cheese in this recipe, there is extra liquid/water after the spaghetti is cut and allowed to sit. Don't worry about it. When the remaining dish is stored, just drain off extra liquid. It does not affect the taste of the recipe.

SOUTHWESTERN SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium heat, until the beef is browned; drain.
• Remove beef mixture from skillet and keep warm.
• In the same skillet, add water, tomato sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and cumin.
• Bring to a boil.
• Add spaghetti and stir to combine; return to a boil.
• Boil for 6 minutes.
• Add in the zucchini and cook for 5-6 minutes or until spaghetti and zucchini are tender, stirring often.
• Add the cooked beef and stir to combine.
• Sprinkle cheese evenly on top.
• Serve immediately.

CASHEW GRAVY (VEGETARIAN/VEGAN)

Steps:

• Saute onion in oil until soft and slightly brown. (you can also let onions cook longer and get browner for an even richer flavor).
• (If you are using raw cashews, add them at this step and let them cook for several minutes to "toast" them).
• Add garlic and cook another minute longer to slightly brown the garlic.
• Add flour and stir it around over the heat for a minute.
• Add 1-2 cups of water a half cup at a time and stir to blend in the flour and thicken. Add more water as it becomes thick.
• (if you are using roasted cashews add them here).
• Add more water (another 1-2 cups) so that the broth is soup like and the cashews are completely in the water.
• Add soy sauce, pepper and salt (if desired) or any additional desired flavorings.
• Cook until cashews are soft and flavors have melded. I always let this simmer away for about 30 minutes and add more water and soy or spices as needed, but remember that the flavor will change when cashews are blended. When done cooking, you'll want it to be a thin gravy consistency. The cashews will thicken it up when you blend it.
• Turn off the heat and let it sit for a few minutes to cool down.
• Puree in a blender or food processor in batches. You may need to add more water while blending to get the right consistency. Taste and adjust any seasoning.
• Can be refridgerated for several days. Freeze any leftovers in small batches to enjoy at a later date.