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Cheesy Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole
This rich and comforting casserole is layered with buttered spaghetti, a creamy cheese blend, hearty meat sauce, and plenty of melted cheese. It’s perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prepping — a true crowd-pleaser that tastes like it took hours, but comes together with simple ingredients and reliable steps.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
For the Pasta Base:
1 pound (16 oz) spaghetti
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, sliced
For the Creamy Cheese Layer:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Meat Sauce:
1 pound ground beef (or half ground sausage for extra flavor)
1 small onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jar (24 oz) marinara or spaghetti sauce
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Topping:
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Spaghetti Boil spaghetti in salted water until just al dente. Drain and toss with sliced butter while still warm. Set aside.
Prepare the Creamy Cheese Layer In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream. Season lightly with salt and pepper. The mixture should be soft and spreadable.
Make the Meat Sauce In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onion for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer on low heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Season to taste.
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