Description
Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! This creamy, cheesy, and hearty baked pasta dish combines layers of spaghetti, rich meat sauce, and a creamy cheese mixture for a meal that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces spaghetti 🍝
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage 🥩
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce 🍅
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 🧀
- 1 cup ricotta cheese 🧀
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted 🧈
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and toss with melted butter.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in marinara sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, ricotta, sour cream, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Layer half of the spaghetti in the prepared baking dish. Spread the cheese mixture evenly on top, followed by the remaining spaghetti.
- Pour the meat sauce over the top and spread evenly. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and the cheese is melted. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for variations.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Keywords: Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole, baked pasta recipe, cheesy spaghetti casserole, comfort food dinner, creamy baked spaghetti