Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole

This Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—a creamy, cheesy, and hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners. Follow this simple recipe to create a delicious, crowd-pleasing casserole that’s bound to impress.

Ingredients:

• 1 (8-ounce) package of spaghetti
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 (16-ounce) jar of spaghetti sauce
• ½ cup butter, sliced (divided)
• 1 (8-ounce) container of cottage cheese
• 1 (8-ounce) package of cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 1 (8-ounce) package of shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, or firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare the Meat Sauce: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the ground beef in the skillet, stirring frequently, until browned and crumbly (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease and combine the beef with the spaghetti sauce in a bowl.
4. Layer the Ingredients:
   • Place half of the butter slices on the bottom of a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
   • Add half of the cooked spaghetti, spreading it evenly over the buttered layer.
5. Create the Creamy Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix the cottage cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream until smooth. Spread this creamy mixture over the spaghetti layer in the casserole dish.
6. Add Remaining Layers:
   • Cover the creamy mixture with the remaining spaghetti.
   • Top with the rest of the butter slices.
   • Evenly pour the beef and sauce mixture over the spaghetti, spreading it in an even layer.
7. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Add Cheese Topping: Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese on top, and return it to the oven. Bake until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 15 minutes more.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve warm. This delicious casserole is sure to be a hit at the dinner table!

Enjoy your Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole—a rich and satisfying dish that lives up to its name!