Ingredients:

 

1 lb ground beef

 

1 jar spaghetti sauce

 

8 oz cream cheese

 

¼ cup sour cream

 

1 cup cottage cheese or ricotta cheese

 

 

½ cup butter (1 stick)

 

16 oz spaghetti noodles

 

Grated Cheddar, Parmesan, or a combination of both

 

 

PREPARATION:

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

 

 

Cook the Noodles: Boil the spaghetti noodles until al dente, drain them, and set aside.

 

Make the Creamy Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese until smooth and well-combined.

 

Prepare the Meat Sauce: Brown the ground beef, drain any excess fat, and mix it with the spaghetti sauce.

 

 

Assemble the Casserole:

 

Place a few slices of butter at the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.

 

Add half of the cooked noodles, followed by the cream cheese mixture, spreading it evenly.

 

 

Layer the remaining noodles and top with a few more butter slices.

 

 

Pour the meat sauce mixture on top.

 

Bake: Cover and bake for 30 minutes.

 

Add Cheese: After baking, sprinkle your choice of grated cheese over the top and return the casserole to the oven for 15 more minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and bubble.

 

 

Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the cheesy, creamy goodness!

 

This hearty casserole is not just a meal; it’s a family tradition in the making. Make sure to enjoy every bite!

 

Enjoy !

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