A rich and creamy baked spaghetti dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Layers of pasta, creamy cheese mixture, and hearty meat sauce make this a decadent meal that’s perfect for special occasions or a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 jars (24 ounces each) marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- For the Pasta:
- 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons butter, sliced
- For Topping:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Sauce:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, and onion until the meat is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer on low heat while you prepare the other components.
- Cook the Spaghetti:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the spaghetti and return it to the pot.
- Add the butter slices to the hot spaghetti and toss until the butter is melted and the pasta is coated. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Dish:
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread half of the meat sauce on the bottom.
- Add half of the spaghetti on top of the meat sauce.
- Spread all of the cheese mixture over the spaghetti.
- Add the remaining spaghetti over the cheese mixture.
- Top with the remaining meat sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the dish is heated through.
- Serve:
- Let the Million Dollar Spaghetti rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This helps the layers set and makes it easier to slice and serve.
Enjoy your Million Dollar Spaghetti, a dish that’s sure to impress with its rich flavors and comforting layers!
