My husbands exact words after his first bite, “Oh my god, Betty, this is fantastic! I’m actually hoping the kids don’t like theirs now
Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole
Rich, cheesy, and full of comfort, this casserole is the perfect centerpiece for a family meal. With creamy layers and hearty meat sauce, it’s no wonder this dish is called “Million Dollar”—it tastes like a million bucks!
🧾 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Spaghetti sauce | 1 jar |
| Cream cheese | 8 ounces |
| Sour cream | ¼ cup |
| Cottage cheese | 1 cup (½ pound) |
| Butter | ½ cup (1 stick) |
| Spaghetti | 16 ounces |
| Cheddar cheese, grated | As desired |
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get things warmed up.
2. Cook the Pasta:
Boil spaghetti noodles until they’re just al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Make the Creamy Layer:
In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
4. Cook the Meat:
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease.
5. Add Sauce:
Stir the jar of spaghetti sauce into the browned beef and mix well.
6. Assemble the Casserole:
- Lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer half of the spaghetti noodles across the bottom.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the noodles evenly.
- Add the remaining spaghetti as the next layer.
- Dot the top with thin slices of butter.
- Pour the meat sauce mixture over everything.
7. Bake:
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Add Cheese & Finish Baking:
Remove the dish, sprinkle grated cheddar over the top, and return to the oven for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
9. Serve:
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy every cheesy, savory bite!
