Million Dollar Baked Spaghetti
Layers of Alfredo spaghetti, rich meat sauce, and mozzarella baked together for a comforting Italian-American meal.
Preparation Time
30 min
Cooking Time
20 min
Overall Time
50 min
Created By: Lili Clark
Category: Dinner
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: American, Italian
Output: 8 Serves
Dietary Options: ~
Ingredients
→ Pasta Layer
1 lb Regular Spaghetti
4 tbsp Salted Butter
6-7 Garlic Cloves, minced
2 Cups Heavy Cream
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
1/2-1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
3 oz Fresh Shaved Parmesan Cheese
→ Meat Sauce
1 lb Ground Beef (Italian Sausage, chicken, or turkey will also work)
1 cup Yellow Onion, diced
1 cup Green Bell Pepper, diced
24 oz Jar of Spaghetti Sauce
1/4 Cup Water (used to rinse out the jar)
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
1/2 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Sugar
Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
→ Topping
8 oz Freshly Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Fresh or Dried Chopped Parsley (for garnish)
Steps
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in cream and seasonings. Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
Toss Alfredo sauce with cooked spaghetti in a 9×13 dish.
In a skillet, brown beef with onion and green bell pepper. Drain grease. Stir in spaghetti sauce, water, seasonings, and sugar.
Pour meat sauce over pasta (do not stir). Top with mozzarella.
Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes or until bubbly. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Tips
- You can assemble this dish up to a day in advance, cover, and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Freeze the unbaked dish tightly wrapped for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before baking.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Required Tools
- Skillet
- Pot for boiling pasta
- 9×13 Baking Dish
Allergy Information
Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.
- Dairy
- Gluten
Nutritional Information (per serving)
These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.
Hi! I’m LiLi, a former kitchen disaster who learned to cook by documenting my grandmother’s recipes. I believe cooking should be accessible, sometimes messy, and always delicious. Join me as I share everything from family classics to weeknight emergencies!
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