Delicious Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole

😋😋 Indulge in our Delicious Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole! 😋😋

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 jar spaghetti sauce
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 lb cottage cheese (equals 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
  • 1 package spaghetti (16 oz)
  • Grated cheddar cheese

Directions:

  1. 😊 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil the spaghetti noodles until al dente (firm). Drain and set aside until ready to assemble.
  2. 🧀 Combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until well blended.
  3. 🍔 Brown the ground beef, then drain well. Combine the ground beef with the spaghetti sauce.
  4. 🍝 Put a few slices of butter into a 9×13-inch baking pan, then pour half of the spaghetti noodles on top.
  5. 🥄 Take the cream cheese mixture and pour it on top of the noodles. Spread it evenly.
  6. 🍝 Pour the rest of the noodles on top of the cream cheese mixture. Place a few more slices of butter on top of the noodles.
  7. 🍝 Pour the spaghetti and meat sauce on top of the noodles.
  8. 🔥 Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  9. 🧀 After 30 minutes, sprinkle the desired amount of grated cheese on top and return to the oven for 15 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
  10. 😍 Enjoy this comforting and cheesy Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole with your loved ones!

👩‍🍳💡 Chef’s Tip: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to the meat sauce for extra flavor!

💬 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

  1. Can I use a different type of pasta for this recipe?
    • Yes, you can substitute spaghetti with any pasta of your choice, such as penne or fettuccine.
  2. Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?
    • Absolutely! You can assemble the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake. Simply adjust the baking time as needed.