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Million Dollar Spaghetti

A delightful and creamy pasta dish that combines spaghetti with a rich meat sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella, perfect for family gatherings.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: million dollar spaghetti, pasta, Italian cuisine, comfort food
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 500kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  • In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
  • Drain excess fat and mix in the marinara sauce.
  • In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, ricotta, and half of the mozzarella.
  • Season the cheese mixture with salt, pepper, and parsley.
  • In a baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti, followed by half of the meat sauce.
  • Spread the cheese mixture over the meat sauce.
  • Add the remaining spaghetti and top with the rest of the meat sauce.
  • Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 2g