Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole
A delicious and creamy spaghetti casserole that's easy to make and perfect for family dinners.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish For assembling the casserole.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces spaghetti noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cottage cheese or ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.67 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent. Mix in all but 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce. Stir well and set aside.
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until 'al dente.' Drain and place in a large mixing bowl. Add butter and the reserved 1/2 cup of marinara sauce. Toss to coat.
- In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese (or ricotta cheese).
- Place half of the cooked spaghetti in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the cheese mixture over it. Add the remaining spaghetti noodles. Pour the meat sauce on top and spread evenly. Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake the casserole for 30-40 minutes until hot and bubbly. Check at 20 minutes; if the cheese browns too quickly, cover with foil. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the meat sauce for added flavor and nutrition.