Baked American Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti, uncooked
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped
• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 (14 ounce)  diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Directions

1. 1

   In a large frying pan, cook onion, garlic and ground beef until meat is browned, drain.

2. 2

   Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, one cup of water, seasonings.

3. 3

   Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   White meat mixture is simmering, break up spaghetti strands into three parts, Place in an ovenproof casserole dish such as a 9 X 13.

5. 5

   Add the other 1/2 cup water and mix with raw spaghetti.

6. 6

   Add meat mixture and combine all ingredients.

7. 7

   Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.

8. 8

   Uncover casserole, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.