“I had this casserole at a friend’s party and I begged for the recipe!! Don’t tell anyone but this is better than my moms.”

This Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and tender spaghetti for a truly satisfying meal.

Ingredients:
Ingredients for Spaghetti and Cheese Layers:

Ingredient Quantity
Spaghetti 16 ounces
Unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup
Parmesan cheese, grated 1 cup
Ingredients for Meat Sauce:

Ingredient Quantity
Ground beef 1 pound
Onion, diced 1/2 cup
Garlic, minced 2 cloves
Marinara sauce 1 can (24 ounces)
Crushed tomatoes 1 can (15 ounces)
Dried basil 1 teaspoon
Dried oregano 1 teaspoon
Salt To taste
Black pepper To taste
Ingredients for Cheese Filling:

Ingredient Quantity
Cream cheese, softened 8 ounces
Sour cream 1/4 cup
Mozzarella cheese, grated 1/2 cup
Cheddar cheese, grated 1/4 cup
Fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup
Salt To taste
Black pepper To taste
Instructions:
Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine cooked spaghetti with melted butter and Parmesan cheese. Toss to coat.
Brown ground beef in a skillet. Drain excess fat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened. Stir in marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10-15 minutes.
Combine cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, cheddar, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Spread half of spaghetti mixture in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Top with cheese filling, then remaining spaghetti. Pour meat sauce over top.
Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15-20 minutes more, or until bubbly.
Let cool slightly before serving.