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Easy Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe Perfect Crockpot Dinner for Parties

  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, cheesy, and hearty spaghetti dish made effortlessly in the crockpot, perfect for feeding a crowd and ideal for parties or busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340g) spaghetti noodles
  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 oz (680g) tomato sauce
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup (50g) Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup (240ml) water or beef broth

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with your spoon. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion softens and smells sweet, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Spray your crockpot with cooking spray or lightly grease it. Pour the browned beef, onions, and garlic into the crockpot.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Break the spaghetti noodles in half and layer them evenly over the sauce in the crockpot.
  6. Pour 1 cup of water or beef broth over the noodles to keep them from drying out.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours. Check at 1.5 hours if your crockpot runs hot to avoid mushy pasta.
  8. After 2 hours, stir in the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar, and half the Parmesan. Mix well.
  9. Cover and cook for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Give everything one last stir, sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top, and let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  11. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Brown the beef and aromatics for best flavor. Break spaghetti in half for even cooking. Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for richness. Keep an eye on liquid levels to avoid dry or mushy pasta. Mix cheese gently to avoid breaking pasta. Can broil after cooking for a crispy top. Variations include adding veggies, swapping meats, or using gluten-free pasta.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1
  • Calories: 450
  • Fat: 18
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: million dollar spaghetti, crockpot spaghetti, easy spaghetti recipe, cheesy spaghetti, slow cooker dinner, party pasta, comfort food

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