Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole is a rich and hearty dish known for its layers of pasta, meat, and cheese, which create a comforting and satisfying meal. Here’s a basic recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook Meat: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Add Sauce: Stir in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce.
- Layer Casserole: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spread half of the spaghetti mixture. Dollop and spread half of the cream cheese mixture on top. Repeat with the remaining spaghetti and cream cheese mixture.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish: Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Enjoy your Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole!