Description
Million Dollar Spaghetti is a comforting baked pasta dish that combines layers of perfectly cooked spaghetti, savory ground beef, rich marinara sauce, and creamy cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, providing a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With minimal prep time and simple steps, you can create this delightful casserole that fills your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas as it bakes to golden perfection. Whether served on a busy weeknight or at a festive gathering, Million Dollar Spaghetti is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups marinara sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain fat and stir in marinara sauce, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and 1 cup mozzarella until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti, half of the meat sauce, and half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
For extra nutrition, consider adding chopped spinach or bell peppers to the meat sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg