Description
Million Dollar Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy baked pasta dish that transforms any meal into a festive occasion. With layers of rich marinara sauce, ground meat, and gooey cheese, this dish is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. It’s easy to prepare and customize based on your preferences, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef or Italian sausage
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes), then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add the ground meat and cook until browned (7-10 minutes); drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and cream cheese; simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with the sauce mixture.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping ground beef for turkey or adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Use a blend of cheeses for richer flavor.