My Oh My Spaghetti Pie

• salt↗1 teaspoon
• broccoli florets↗2 cups
• olive oil↗2 teaspoons
• chopped onion1 cup
• minced garlic2 teaspoons
• dried parsley↗1 teaspoon
• dried basil↗1 teaspoon
• ground black pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• veggie crumbles (or ground beef)↗8 ounces
• large eggs↗8
• milk↗1⁄2 cup
• grated parmesan cheese (2 ounces)1⁄2 cup
• cooked spaghetti↗3 cups
• grated mozzarella cheese, packed (about 4 ounces)↗1 cup
• Spice mix (use 2 1/2 teaspoons )
• tablespoons paprika↗3
• tablespoons salt↗1 1⁄2
• tablespoons dried parsley↗2
• teaspoons onion powder↗2
• teaspoons garlic powder↗2
• teaspoon ground black pepper↗1⁄2
• teaspoon dried oregano↗1
• teaspoon dried basil↗1
• teaspoon dried thyme↗1⁄2
• teaspoon celery salt1⁄2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place oven rack in center position in oven and preheat to 375ºF.

2. 2

   Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Add 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and broccoli and cook 3 minutes, or until broccoli is slightly cooked(blanched) but still firm and bright green.

4. 4

   Using or pot holders, move the saucepan from the heat and drain the broccoli in a colander set in the sink. Be careful of the steam. Rinse under cold running water. Set aside to drain.

5. 5

   Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, 1 teaspoon of the spice mix, the parsley, basil, 1/4 teaspoon of the remaining salt, pepper, and veggie crumbles, and cook, stirring, until the onions start to brown, about 8 minutes.

6. 6

   In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, the remaining 11/2 teaspoons of spice mix, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Add Parmesan cheese and whisk vigorously to combine.

7. 7

   Spread the cooked spaghetti evenly in a casserole dish.

8. 8

   Pour the veggie crumble mixture over the spaghetti and toss with a fork to mix.

9. 9

   Place the blanched broccoli on top of the spaghetti.

10. 10

    Pour the egg mixture over the spaghetti.

11. 11

    Sprinkle the spaghetti all over with the mozzarella cheese and bake it in the oven until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

12. 12

    Using pot holders, remove the casserole dish from oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

13. 13

    Place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.

14. 14

    Stir well to combine.

15. 15

    Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

16. 16

    Yields about ¾ cup.