Tik Tok Million Dollar Spaghetti

Tik Tok Million Dollar Spaghetti recipe.

There is a very good reason why this Million Dollar Spaghetti recipe has gone viral! A deliciously filling and flavorful dinner that everyone absolutely loved!

AN AMAZING SPAGHETTI RECIPE!

Now I know the first thing you're going to do is look at that ingredient list for this Million Dollar Spaghetti and think it's just too much. I did too when I started seeing this recipe go around on Tik Tok. But the more I saw all the videos and how excited everyone was after tasting it and how much their families went crazy over it - I knew I had to give it a go. The alfredo sauce combined with the meat sauce is like a flavor explosion! This recipe is worth it! Note: I do share a couple of shortcuts below in the FAQ if you want fewer ingredients.

a round white plate with a serving of million dollar spaghetti on top with a glass of iced tea in the background.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Can I use store-bought alfredo sauce?

Yes, instead of making the homemade alfredo sauce below, you can use 1 & ½ jars of store-bought alfredo sauce. This will make it a tad bit creamier as well.

Can I use any other meat besides ground beef?

Ground turkey, ground chicken, ground pork or even ground Italian sausage can be substituted for the ground beef.

What is the best marinara sauce to use?

I would use whatever you normally enjoy eating on spaghetti. My personal favorite (for marinara and alfredo sauce) is Rao's. I usually only buy it when I can get it on sale though because it can be a bit pricey. See my ingredient image below.

Can I use a different pasta besides spaghetti?

I think this recipe would still work if you used a different shaped pasta like penne, ziti, rigatoni, rotini or fettuccine. Just use the same amount as called for in the recipe.

Can I cut this recipe in half?

Yes. I think a good idea would be to split this spaghetti casserole into two smaller baking dishes. Make one now and freeze one for later (or give to a friend!) This is a great way to get two meals out of one!

What should I serve with this?

This really is a meal in itself. My go-to sides for spaghetti are a crisp green salad and some garlic bread!

How do I store leftovers?

Keep leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To freeze the entire dish, cover well with plastic wrap then aluminum foil and it will keep for 3 months. To freeze just a portion, put in a freezer safe covered container. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight then re-heat in the microwave using a microwave-safe container or plate.

a large silver spoon scooping the spaghetti out of the casserole dish.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)

  • ground beef
  • onion
  • green bell pepper
  • cajun seasoning
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • dried Italian seasoning
  • marinara sauce
  • unsalted butter
  • garlic
  • heavy cream
  • cooked spaghetti noodles
  • shredded parmesan cheese
  • shredded mozzarella cheese
ground beef, onion, bell pepper, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, marinara sauce, unsalted butter, garlic, heavy cream, spaghetti noodles and shredded cheese.

HOW TO MAKE MILLION DOLLAR SPAGHETTI:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, and set aside. If you haven't already, start cooking the spaghetti noodles. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, onion, bell pepper, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Break up the beef into crumbles and cook, occasionally stirring, until the beef is no longer pink and the veggies have softened, about 10 minutes.

cooked and crumbled ground beef, onions and green peppers in a large skillet.

Drain any excess grease then stir in the marinara sauce and reduce the heat to low, simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

marinara sauce added to cooked ground beef in a large skillet.

While the meat sauce simmers, make the alfredo sauce. In a dutch oven or large stock pot melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

melted butter and minced garlic in a dutch oven.

Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce thickens slightly.

Parmesan cheese, heavy cream and black pepper added to melted butter in dutch oven.

Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the alfredo sauce and stir until the noodles are coated in the sauce.

cooked spaghetti noodles added to alfredo sauce mixture in a dutch oven.

Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish.

alfredo sauce and cooked spaghetti mixture poured into the bottom of a baking dish.

Top with the meat sauce. 

meat sauce spread evenly over spaghetti noodles in a casserole dish.

Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top.

shredded Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese sprinkled evenly over the top of the casserole.

Bake for 15 minutes until the cheese is melted. Garnish with dried parsley flakes if using and serve.

a silver spoon shown inserted into the spaghetti casserole.

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Tik Tok Million Dollar Spaghetti

There is a very good reason why this Million Dollar Spaghetti recipe has gone viral! A deliciously filling and flavorful dinner that everyone absolutely loved!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Million Dollar Spaghetti, Tik Tok Million Dollar Spaghetti
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 887kcal

Ingredients

For the meat sauce:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 24 ounce jar marinara sauce

For the alfredo layer:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 16 ounces (1 pound) spaghetti noodles, cooked to al dente

For the topping:

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, and set aside. If you haven't already, start cooking the spaghetti noodles according to package directions.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, onion, bell pepper, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Break up the beef into crumbles and cook, occasionally stirring, until the beef is no longer pink and the veggies have softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain any excess grease then stir in the marinara sauce and reduce the heat to low, simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • While the meat sauce simmers, make the alfredo sauce. In a dutch oven or large stock pot melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Add the cooked spaghetti to the alfredo sauce and stir until the noodles are coated in the sauce. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Top with the meat sauce. 
  • Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  • Garnish with dried parsley flakes (optional) and serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 887kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 59g | Saturated Fat: 33g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 1244mg | Potassium: 730mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2321IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 464mg | Iron: 3mg

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