This Spicy Spaghetti Pie recipe comes from the new 6 Ingredient Solution cookbook sent to me by America’s Test Kitchen and if you didn’t catch the two most important words there, I’ll say it again: Six Ingredients!
That’s a big dang deal.
After all, it’s usually a tantalizing photo that inspires me to look closer at a recipe, but if there’s a mile long list of ingredients, nine times out of ten I’m outta there. Not only do I not have the patience, I don’t have the budget to be cooking with a zillion ingredients for a single meal.
Long story short, I love the cookbook. Pretty sure you will too.
Now back to the Spicy Spaghetti Pie recipe….
Chop up some pepperoni and then cook until crisp… Mmmm that blends beautifully with the arrabbiata sauce.
Bring the crispy pepperoni, arrabbiata, Mexican cheese, fresh basil and pasta together in the big ol’ pot and combine.
Pour the pasta mixture into a greased pie plate.
Use a spatula to flatten the surface so that when it’s sliced later, it will hold together nicely. Bake that pie!
Once out of the oven, sauce up the spaghetti pie, slice and savor!
The recipe said it made four servings. Feeling sassy, I sliced mine into eight. Oops, one slice wasn’t enough; I went back for a second…so yeah, the recipe serves four.
Enjoy!
Spicy Spaghetti Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 ounces vermicelli or thin spaghetti
- 4 ounces sliced pepperoni
- 1 25-ounce jar arrabbiata sauce
- Fresh basil
- 2 cups 8 ounces shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
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Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 475 degrees. Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot. Add pasta and 1 tablespoon salt and cook, stirring often, until nearly al dente. Drain pasta and return it to pot.
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Finely chop pepperoni and cook in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 2 minutes. Stir in 2 cups arrabbiata sauce and bring to simmer.
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Chop 1/2 cup basil.
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Add pepperoni sauce, Mexican cheese blend, and basil to pasta and toss to combine. Transfer pasta to greased 9-inch pie plate and press with spatula to flatten surface.
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Bake until golden and bubbling around edges about 15 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
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Reheat remaining arrabbiata sauce in microwave. Slice pie into wedges and serve with sauce.
Recipe Notes
To tone down the spiciness, substitute tomato sauce or your favorite jarred marinara sauce for the arrabbiata.
Note: For those with a preference for the milder side of life, you can absolutely substitute a tomato sauce or your favorite jarred marinara sauce.
I’m so happy America’s Test Kitchen sent me this cookbook! It was my first recipe made from the pages of 6 Ingredient Solution
Shop with Me Mama says
here we go again! I visit your blog and get hunger pains!!! This looks sooo amazing!!!
Elizabeth Towns says
This looks good – it sounds like the recipe my friend uses when she makes baked spaghetti, except it is not as spicy. My kids will love that with a fresh salad, and I will love the presentation. 6 ingredients is a hit at anytime to me. Plus, if you decide your done before baking it, you can serve it at that step and it’s probably just as amazing!
Beeb says
Liz, I feel the same way! I’m outta there as soon as a I see a long list of ingredients, not only because of the complexity but as you said, it requires a big budget to constantly be buying new spices and whatnot. I LOVE making spaghetti pie because it’s a great way to use leftovers – I love the spicy twist this puts on it!
Kristyn says
oh my this looks delicious! i need to make this for dinner soon 🙂
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy.com says
It looks so good and I love that it only has 6 ingredients.
Tricia @ Night owl mama says
How creative is that!!! A new way to serve it up and I think that would be a hit in our house
Motherhood on the Rocks says
This sounds amazing! Can’t wait to try it!
Theresa says
This looks yummy.
Kelly @ Texas Type A Mom says
I need this for busy nights like tonight!
Amber K says
Oh wow, can it get any easier?
Shannah @ Just Us Four says
This looks absolutely delicious. I love spaghetti pie.
Courtney Pies says
Oh my goodness, this looks so delicious! I’m going to have to check out this cookbook – I know I sure don’t like cooking with a mile long list of ingredients either!
Stefanie says
My husband would love this!
Katie says
I think this would be a HUGE hit in our family. We have spaghetti at least once a week, so why not make it into a pie?!
Melanie a/k/a CrazyMom says
This looks YUMMY.. and soo simple, I know my gang would love it, so this will be on our Meal Plan for the week; thanks for sharing and I can’t wait to try it
Kyle says
Great recipe. Ive never hear of a spaghetti pie but this looks amazing!
Emily says
I would never have thought to bake it like a pie! That is a different way to do a spaghetti bake!
Kathleen says
What an awesome idea! A great new twist on a traditional dish.
April Golightly says
What a great idea!
Colleen says
I’ve never thought of spaghetti other then just spaghetti love how you have it as a “pie”, This would so be something my daughter would love.
Joanne says
That looks good! I would use your suggestion and substitute a marinara sauce because I don’t like spicy food but my family would love it.
Carmen's Coupon Blog says
My favorite food as a kid was and still is Spaghetti.. I used to drive my siblings crazy as a teen because this is the only food I would make and they hated it.. I love the idea of the pie and how simple it looks to make.. this is the 2nd spaghetti recipe I have found this week that I want to try… yummy
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
That looks so quick and easy to make. I’ll definitely have to try this one. Looks delish!
Dianna @ oyveyaday says
I love the idea of that cook book. With some recipes, it takes more time to shop for and prepare all of the ingredients than it does to actually cook the food! I bet my kids would love the spaghetti pie.
Rebecca Parsons says
This is really interesting. I would have to give this a try, my family loves spaghetti and I am sure they would like this too.
Rachel says
That looks really good. I like my spaghetti with a little bit of spice. I always add red pepper flakes to my sauce.
I bet my kids would get a kick out of eating spaghetti that looked like a slice of pie.
Lolo says
I want to try spaghetti pie! This is such a fun recipe!!
Shell Feis says
That looks so good! & I totally agree about getting scared off by too many ingredients- unless it’s mostly spices, the ingredient list shouldn’t be longer than my grocery list normally is!
Marcie W. says
This looks great and I know my kids would get a real kick out of a spaghetti pie! I have already pinned it to add to my meal plan soon.
Francine says
This looks great and easy! Always looking to find new ways to use my spaghetti and sauce stockpile!
Janeane Davis says
I like to make delicious meals for my children, but I am not a chef. This six ingredient recipe seems easy enough for me to follow.
Jessica @FoundtheMarbles says
That. Sounds. Amazing.
Michelle says
Very creative way to make spaghetti! Great way to serve for company.
Amber K says
Looks great! Always looking for easy recipes like this one, thanks!
Diane Sallans says
I love recipes that don’t have long lists of ingredients – especially if I have them all on hand!
Healy Harpster says
Wow, this is really neat and something different. I loved anything spicy. Thanks for sharing!
Darlene Ysaguirre says
i like how they look like little slices of pizza this is a fun family dish!
Susan says
what a cool way to make spaghetti! Something different for dinner is always a great thing. And having it a little spicy it is right up our alley.
pinky sade says
i would’ve just eaten it before baking it cos it looks too good! yum
Lily Kwan says
This recipe looks very tasty. Thanks for sharing!
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
That looks super tasty!
HilLesha says
Me, oh my, that looks good!
Tim Anderson says
I was wondering if you tried adding a little ground beef or shredded chicken? If so how was it?
Jasanna Czellar says
I made something very similar tonight before I saw this recipe!! 🙂 It’s tasty!
Heather says
Yum! I had something like this recently that my italian neighbors (off the boat) served at a gathering. So yummy!
Becca @ Mama B says
Oh yummm. This looks fantastic!
Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says
That looks great & no one can complain they can’t manage it, if their are only 6 ingredients.
Nichol says
OOh pepperoni in spaghetti. I bet this is amazing!!!
Courtney says
My uncle makes a mean spaghetti pie but like the idea of it being spicy! This sounds like my kind of book! I hate buying so many things to make just one thing!
Melinda@LookWhatMomFound...andDadtoo says
I’ve tried to make spaghetti pie before and it didn’t turn out well. I’m gonna try your method next time
Becca - My Crazy Good Life says
I’ve never had this – can you believe it?!
It looks yummy!
Lucy says
Bookmarking this recipe, I love spaghetti,my husband loves spicy and you had me at 6 INGREDIENTS!!!!!!
Tiff @ Babes and Kids says
It’s nice that it is so simple and doesn’t use a lot of ingredients.
Tammy S says
Oh what a great idea! I love recipes that take a favorite and add a new twist. I am trying this recipe for sure. Thanks!
JulieD says
I love that cookbook!! And your photos are mouthwatering!! Love it!
Ronda Patrick says
I think the kiddos would LOVE this, but not for hubby… : )
Rosey says
That’s the second time I’ve seen pepperoni paired with pasta this week… I think it’s a sign. 🙂
Six ingredients is a big deal. I like it.
Natasha Tucker says
this looks so yummy! and easy! i think i would add more cheese though 😉
Kato says
Oh boy that looks sooooo good! You had me at pepperoni!
Sue says
That looks good and easy! love the 6 ingredients idea.
Except I never heard of arrabbiata sauce. I may have to use reg. sauce xoxox
Penelope (NYC Blogger) says
Wow, Liz, you’ve really come into your own as a foodie blogger, this sounds phenomenal, it looks divine, and I love coming hear to read your recipes in addition to your regular awesome posts!
Joelen says
This looks delicious! I will try it soon! Thanks!
Debi@ The Spring Mount 6 Pack says
This sounds really good. I have never made spaghetti pie before.
LyndaS says
I have recently discovered America’s Test Kitchen via Cook’s Illustrated. They have such great recipes. Your pie looks delicious.
Lisa says
I’m totally making this!
Megan Cromes says
i love this combo ty;)
Jennifer says
I love the idea of putting spaghetti into pie-form! How fun! Looks like a great recipe to kick off fall. Yum!!
Lisa Kerr says
I love this recipe for Spaghetti, its such a good & different way to make it! My family will love this! Thank you for sharing your recipe, I shared on FaceBook too!
Sophie S says
Whoa! That looks so weird but cool. The kids would get a kick out of this.
Kristi says
I love how you top this with the extra sauce. I’ve made a spaghetti pie before and it didn’t look as pretty as yours. Grant loves spaghetti pie and would inhale this dish if placed before him. 🙂
Christian Alejandro says
I may just brave the kitchen and try this out. It looks tasty!
Amber Edwards says
That is an awesome unique twist to spaghetti!! I love how it makes a traditional dish extra fun! Maybe I could even get my kids to eat it since it looks different! 🙂
Emily says
Ooo what a fun idea! My boyfriend is all about spicy meals, I’ll have to try this.
Tammy says
Milder side of life – ha! You talking to me?! 🙂 This is definitely going on the menu plan for next week (mild version of course!)
Brett says
i did a grocery order for tomorrow and i am going to make this over the weekend. yum. i hope the family likes it.
Blond Duck says
I love pie and I love spaghetti- perfection!
Jenn- The Rebel Chick says
I have never seen spaghetti prepared this way. It looks amazing!
Nicole says
Now that’s clever!!!!!!!I’m thinking what I can make with 6 ingredients.
Daisy says
This is such a cool idea for a recipe!
Danielle @ We Have It All says
That looks SO GOOD! Sounds pretty easy too!
Sandra (at) Coasahmom (dot) com says
*wipes mouth* That has to be the best looking spaghetti I have ever seen!
kathy pease says
This sounds delicious another great recipe I will have to try..I bet my family would love this one 🙂
Melanie a/k/a CrazyMom says
Ohhh.. what a fun recipe.. love the idea and will give it a try; I know the kids will love it.. Thanks for sharing
The Frugal Exerciser says
I’m pinning this and making this one for sure. It looks so delicious. I have fresh basil in my garden so all I need is the sauce.
Melissa says
YUM! Looks so good and easy…I like things that don’t use too many ingredients!
Deborah Pucci says
Your making me hungry…..it looks delicious!
Star Traci says
I am SOOOOOO getting that book! That looks terrific for both this Mommy and her picky kids. And as an evolving cook, limited ingredients is essential.
So awesome!
🙂
Traci
valmg @ From Val's Kitchen says
Looks good!
Terry (My Journey With Candida) says
I sure could go for a piece of that pie about right now. Yum… looks really good
Jai says
It looks so good. The pictures are just amazing!
Alissa Apel says
I’ve used spaghetti squash to make it before to. You have to add more egg and I cook the crust a bit before adding the other things. It tastes pretty good to.
Janel says
That is SO creative!!
Jenn says
That IS a big dang deal. Thanks for sharing!
Heather says
Looks yummy! Pinning this to remember 🙂
Kira says
I’m speechless, the creative behind this is unmatched.
Brett says
mmmm my mom used to make a spaghetti pie, liz. this makes me all sentimental and stuff. so i’m crying over pasta.
ps i <3 america's test kitchen!!
Patty says
That will teach you to try and eat less of something that just cries out to be more, more more!
Ms. A says
Yeah, buddy… right up my alley!
Henrietta says
Mmm, that does look delicious! I’d have to tone it down since the dd doesn’t like spicy but we’ll have to try it sometime!
Stacy says
That looks so good, but I would omit the cheese and I would probably use sausage instead of pepperoni. I have never had spaghetti pie before; I didn’t realize it was a thing!
Stephanie says
This looks delicious! It reminds me of baked spaghetti. I will have to make this for my family one night since we all love spaghetti so much!
Tara says
Oh this looks easy and yummy! Perfect for dinner now that school is back in!
Theresa says
Simple, quick, and delicious? I’d say that’s a winner of a recipe right there!
Angela says
My son’s absolute favorite dish has always been spaghetti pie. Now that he’s older, I’ll have to try your version and spice it up a bit.
Lisa @ Oh Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy says
that sounds yummy!!!!
Xenia @ Thanks, Mail Carrier says
I’ve never been a big fan of pasta when it’s cooked into some sort of pie or casserole thing, but I’m definitely interested in a cookbook with recipes that use only 6 ingredients! I’m with you on the looooong ingredient list thing!
LeeAnn says
Yum! That sounds so good and so easy to make. I will definitely be trying this one! (And I have to get that cookbook, too…)
Jeanne Kupsh says
Betting it would be even better with fresh pasta!! YUMMY!
Danielle says
Yum! Looks delicious and sounds super easy. Definitely a dish my family would love.
Colette S says
Yea I wouldn’t mind tasting some of that right there!
Donna says
Sounds easy and economical (with only 6 ingredients)! This is on my to try soon list!
MaryAnn says
I love Spaghetti but I’m not a spicy person. This is something my husband would love though.
Mellisa says
Oh that looks delicious! My kids love Spaghetti and I bet they would LOVE this!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
Okay, I’m doing this next week! Yumm!
Mitch says
Oh does that look good!
I love pasta, I love red sauce, and I love a good kick, especially as I get older!
thanks,
Mitch
Dee says
pinning this! My kids aren’t huge into spaghetti – but LOVE pizza…and meatballs. I wonder if they’d eat it if it looks like a pizza…and has meatballs on top. 🙂
Jackie says
6 ingredients?!? How easy does that make life when you’re super busy and still want to make a healthy dinner! Perfect. I’ll have to check out the book.
LisaLisa says
Yummy, let me bring the garlic bread. I am going to try this recipe…Thanks!
Dee @ Cocktails with Mom says
I know what I’m trying this weekend.
Miranda Sherman says
That looks super delicious and my kids would love this so much! I am going to have to try it tomorrow for sure! Thanks for sharing!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
ooh that looks yummy, I have never heard of spaghetti pie before, looks easy to make! Thanks for sharing!
Pam says
I am all about meals with only a few ingredients because lately that seems like all I have in the house!
Cascia Talbert says
That recipe sounds pretty good! Thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful week!
Kim Henrichs says
This is definitely on my to-do list! YUM
Allyson Bossie says
This sounds like a fun twist on an American staple. Love it!
brian miller says
mmmmm i could seriously get down with that….sounds yummy to me…..