Million Dollar Spaghetti is a rich, creamy baked pasta casserole that tastes like a cross between lasagna and spaghetti. Layers of pasta, savory meat sauce, and a creamy cheese mixture are baked together until bubbly and golden. The name comes from how luxurious and delicious the dish tastes — like a million dollars!
Ingredients 🛒
For the Pasta
- 1 lb (450 g) spaghetti
- Salt for boiling water
For the Meat Sauce
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (24 oz / 680 g) marinara or spaghetti sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
For the Creamy Cheese Layer
- 1 cup ricotta cheese or cottage cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
For the Topping
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter (sliced)