Description
Mouthwatering Million Dollar Spaghetti is a comforting classic that combines layers of rich, meaty sauce, gooey cheese, and perfectly cooked spaghetti. This dish creates an inviting aroma that fills your home, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With its satisfying flavors and easy preparation, this recipe promises to become a beloved favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz thick spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring and gathering them on the countertop.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in marinara sauce with the cooked beef and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente; then drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with Italian seasoning and half of the mozzarella cheese until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a baking dish, layer half of the meat sauce, half of the spaghetti, and half of the ricotta mixture; repeat layers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and sprinkle parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 220g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg