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Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe

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Million Dollar Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish with layers of seasoned ground beef, marinara sauce, and a rich cream cheese mixture. It's the perfect comfort food for family gatherings and busy weeknights. Keywords: Million Dollar Spaghetti, cheesy pasta, baked spaghetti.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 package cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp butter (for greasing)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions and drain.
  • In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until smooth.
  • Grease a baking dish with butter, then layer half of the cooked spaghetti. Spread the cheese mixture over the spaghetti, then top with remaining pasta.
  • Pour the meat sauce over the top layer of spaghetti, and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and parmesan.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute cottage cheese with ricotta for a creamier texture.
  • Add garlic or Italian seasoning to the sauce for extra flavor.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

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