Preparation:
* Cook first 5 ingredients in a Dutch oven, stirring until meat crumbles; drain well, and return mixture to Dutch oven. * Stir in soup and next 5 ingredients. * Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally. * Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. * Stir spaghetti, cheese cubes, and olives into meat sauce. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 11 x 7 x 1 1/2-inch baking dish. * Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup shredded cheese, and bake, uncovered, 10 additional minutes.
NOTE: Casserole Spaghetti may be prepared ahead, omitting shredded cheese. Cover and chill 8 hours. Remove from refrigerator; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 45 minutes, or until thoroughly heated. Uncover and sprinkle with shredded cheese; bake 10 additional minutes. |
