Description
Indulge in this decadent Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole that combines layers of creamy cheeses, savory meat sauce, and perfectly cooked spaghetti. A comforting and satisfying dish that’s perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Spaghetti:
- 16 oz spaghetti
For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or spaghetti sauce
For the Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
For Assembly:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter (cubed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Cook spaghetti until al dente, then set aside.
- Cook Meat Sauce: Brown beef and onion, add garlic, then stir in marinara sauce and simmer.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and ricotta until smooth.
- Assemble: Layer spaghetti, cheese mixture, meat sauce, and top with cheeses and butter. Bake for 30–35 minutes.
- Serve: Rest for 5–10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute cottage cheese for ricotta if preferred.
- This casserole freezes well—assemble ahead, cover, and freeze before baking.
- Add red pepper flakes to the meat sauce for a touch of heat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
