Description
Million Dollar Spaghetti is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that combines layers of rich Italian sausage, savory marinara sauce, and a creamy cheese filling, all topped with gooey mozzarella. This baked spaghetti casserole is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, providing the flavors of Italy right at your table. With its easy preparation and make-ahead options, this recipe ensures you can serve up a hearty meal without a fuss. Each bite offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked spaghetti
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F.
- In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, ricotta, parmesan, garlic powder, and oregano until smooth.
- Boil spaghetti in salted water until just under al dente, drain, and return to pot.
- Brown the sausage with onions in a skillet; add garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Combine sausage mixture with spaghetti and marinara sauce; mix well.
- Layer half the pasta mixture in a greased baking dish, followed by the cheese mixture, then top with remaining pasta.
- Sprinkle mozzarella on top and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and broil until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg