This culinary trend involves transforming traditional spaghetti into a baked casserole. It’s characterized by cooked spaghetti noodles combined with sauce, cheese, and sometimes meat or vegetables, then baked in an oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly. A typical example includes cooked spaghetti, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and ground beef baked in a 350F oven for 30 minutes.
The popularity of this particular preparation stems from its convenience and shareability on social media platforms. Its ease of preparation makes it accessible to novice cooks, while the visual appeal of a cheesy, baked dish lends itself well to engaging video content. The format represents a streamlined approach to a classic dish, adapting it for the time-constrained schedules and visual-centric culture of modern internet users.
