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A photo of a baking dish filled with spaghetti, marinara sauce, and melted cheese.

Million Dollar Spaghetti

A rich and satisfying spaghetti dish with ground beef, marinara sauce, and a blend of cheeses.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Cook spaghetti in boiling, salted water for 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  3. Drain spaghetti and set aside.
  4. Sauté ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add diced onions to the skillet and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and dried basil, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  7. Reduce heat to low and let sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  8. Combine cooked spaghetti, sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese in a large bowl, tossing until spaghetti is well coated.
  9. Transfer spaghetti mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish and top with additional shredded mozzarella cheese.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
  11. Remove from oven and let cool before serving.