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Description
A rich and delicious spaghetti casserole that combines layers of pasta, cheese, and meat sauce for a meal that tastes like a million bucks.
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup butter, sliced
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Stir marinara sauce into the cooked beef. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, onions, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half the cooked spaghetti in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with cream cheese mixture.
- Add remaining spaghetti, then pour meat sauce over the top.
- Dot with butter slices and sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American