
Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions, drain.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef and sausage until browned.
- Add marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix ricotta, sour cream, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked spaghetti and mix well.
- Pour half of the spaghetti mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Top with half of the meat sauce.
- Repeat layers with remaining spaghetti and sauce.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Special Notes
This rich and decadent casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd. The combination of spaghetti, meat sauce, and three types of cheese creates a luxurious dish that's worth every calorie. The key is to layer the ingredients properly so each bite has a perfect balance of flavors. It's a great way to turn a simple pasta dish into something special.