Baked Million Dollar Spaghetti
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
9 servings
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Calories
513 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Million Dollar Spaghetti
Description
Baked Million Dollar Spaghetti starts with spaghetti cooked just shy of full doneness, preserving firm texture after baking. Ground beef is browned with onions and garlic, seasoned with salt and pepper, and mixed with marinara sauce to build a savory meat sauce. The noodles are combined with the remaining marinara, spreading flavor evenly through the pasta. A mixture of softened cream cheese and shredded mozzarella adds creaminess and melts to create a smooth, cheesy layer within the casserole. The layering technique in a 9x13 pan includes pasta, cheese, more pasta, then the meat sauce topped with mozzarella. Baking covered then uncovered melts the cheeses thoroughly and forms a bubbly, golden crust. The result is a hearty, satisfying pasta bake with layers of rich textures and tangy tomato flavors.
This baked pasta can be served sliced and pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for balance. It works well as a make-ahead meal and is filling enough for casual dinners or a comforting weekend meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti , cooked two minutes shy of directions and drained
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion chopped, medium
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 6 cups marinara sauce quick and easy
- 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- parsley , chopped (optional as a garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large skillet add the beef, onions, garlic, salt and pepper into the pan and cook on high.
- Once browned, turn off the heat, drain the liquid left in the pan and mix in one cup of the marinara sauce.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the remaining 5 cups of the marinara sauce and toss to combine.
- Mix the cream cheese and 2 cups of mozzarella cheese in a bowl.
- Add half the pasta/sauce to the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan.
- Add the cream cheese mixture and top with the remaining pasta/sauce mixture.
- Add the meat sauce mixture on top of the pasta and top with remaining cup of mozzarella cheese.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 513 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 513kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 351mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 311mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 590IU | 12% |
| Calcium | 233mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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