Description
TikTok Spaghetti is a comforting and creamy pasta dish combining a savory beef and vegetable red sauce with a rich homemade Alfredo sauce. This recipe creates a luscious, flavorful spaghetti meal perfect for family dinners and gatherings, featuring a delightful twist from traditional spaghetti by layering two delicious sauces.
Ingredients
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Red Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- ½ cup green bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced (divided)
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt (divided)
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper (divided)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 ½ (24-ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
Alfredo Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced (from total above)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta
- 12 ounces spaghetti
Instructions
- Cook the Red Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning.
- Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and season with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and completely cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Spaghetti Sauce: Pour in the spaghetti sauce jars and stir to combine thoroughly with the beef mixture. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently while you prepare the pasta.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 9-10 minutes. Drain the pasta well and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the remaining minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to brown it.
- Add Flour: Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute continuously to form a roux, which will thicken the sauce.
- Whisk in Cream and Cheese: Slowly whisk in the heavy cream, making sure no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then stir in the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Continue cooking until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta and Red Sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet containing the red sauce. Toss well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce.
- Add Alfredo Sauce: Pour the prepared Alfredo sauce over the spaghetti and beef mixture. Gently toss everything together until thoroughly combined for a creamy, balanced flavor.
- Serve: Serve the TikTok Spaghetti hot, optionally garnished with extra grated Parmesan or fresh herbs like parsley or basil for added freshness and presentation.
Notes
- For a healthier version, use lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey.
- You can prepare the Alfredo sauce ahead of time and gently reheat before combining with pasta.
- Freshly grated cheeses yield the best flavor and smoother melting in the Alfredo sauce.
- Adjust seasoning and salt according to your taste preference and the saltiness of your spaghetti sauce.
- This dish can be reheated gently in a skillet with a splash of cream or milk to maintain creaminess.
