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Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole

Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole is a delightfully rich and creamy pasta bake that’s filled and topped with layers of gooey cheese, savory meat sauce, and a decadent cream cheese mixture. I
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 jar 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook Spaghetti:
  3. In a large pot, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. Prepare Meat Sauce:
  5. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat. Add the marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Mix Cheeses:
  7. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ricotta cheese, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  8. Layer the Casserole:
  9. Spread half of the cooked spaghetti in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with the cheese mixture, spreading it evenly. Add the remaining spaghetti on top of the cheese mixture. Pour the meat sauce over the top layer of spaghetti, spreading it evenly.
  10. Top with Cheese and Butter:
  11. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the casserole. Dot with small pieces of butter.
  12. Bake:
  13. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  14. Serve:
  15. Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm.
  16. Prep Time:
  17. 20 minutes
  18. Cook Time:
  19. 45 minutes
  20. Total Time:
  21. 1 hour 5 minutes
  22. Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):
  23. Calories: 520
  24. Total Fat: 30g
  25. Saturated Fat: 17g
  26. Cholesterol: 110mg
  27. Sodium: 820mg
  28. Total Carbohydrate: 38g
  29. Dietary Fiber: 2g
  30. Sugars: 6g
  31. Protein: 25g
  32. Enjoy this comforting and cheesy Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole, perfect for any cozy dinner or family gathering!