😋😋 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:
- 😊 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil the spaghetti noodles until al dente (firm). Drain and set aside until ready to assemble.
- 🧀 Combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until well blended.
- 🍔 Brown the ground beef, then drain well. Combine the ground beef with the spaghetti sauce.
- 🍝 Put a few slices of butter into a 9×13-inch baking pan, then pour half of the spaghetti noodles on top.
- 🥄 Take the cream cheese mixture and pour it on top of the noodles. Spread it evenly.
- 🍝 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.
- 🍝 Pour the spaghetti and meat sauce on top of the noodles.
- 🔥 Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- 🧀 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.
- 😍 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):
- 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.
- 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.
