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Million Dollar Spaghetti

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A rich and comforting baked pasta casserole layered with tender spaghetti, hearty meat sauce, and a creamy blend of cheeses. This crowd-pleasing dish combines the flavors of classic spaghetti and lasagna into one indulgent meal.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 ½ pounds Italian sausage, casing removed (or ground beef or turkey)
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 48 ounces marinara sauce, divided
  • 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
  • 8 ounces cottage cheese or ricotta cheese
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and return to pot. Stir in 24 ounces marinara sauce and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage, onion, and garlic until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in remaining 24 ounces marinara sauce and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Simmer 3–5 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, mix cottage cheese (or ricotta), cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup mozzarella, and remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning until smooth.
  6. Spread half the spaghetti mixture into the baking dish. Layer the cheese mixture evenly on top.
  7. Add remaining spaghetti over the cheese layer.
  8. Pour meat sauce evenly over the top.
  9. Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 2 cups mozzarella during the last 20 minutes of baking.
  10. Let rest 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley and parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Add crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  • Use ground turkey for a lighter option and increase seasoning slightly.
  • Vegetables like mushrooms or spinach can be added to the meat sauce.
  • Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking.
  • Freeze unbaked casserole tightly wrapped for up to 3 months.

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