Description
A rich and creamy pasta bake, Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole combines tender spaghetti, savory ground beef, marinara sauce, cream cheese, and melty mozzarella for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook Spaghetti: Boil spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Brown Beef: Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned (7-10 minutes). Drain excess grease and mix in marinara sauce.
- Combine: Stir softened cream cheese into the beef mixture until mostly blended.
- Assemble: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix spaghetti with the sauce and beef mixture. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Add grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
- Substitute cream cheese with ricotta or sour cream for a slight variation.
- Garnish with fresh basil for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g