Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Recipe

 

Here's a delicious Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti recipe — a creamy, comforting twist on classic spaghetti!

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Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti

Ingredients:

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or spaghetti sauce
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/4 cup sour cream (optional for extra creaminess)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

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Instructions:

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

2. Cook the Spaghetti:
   Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

3. Cook the Meat:
   In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

4. Add Sauce and Seasonings:
   Stir in marinara sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Simmer on low for 5–10 minutes.

5. Mix Pasta with Cream Cheese:
   In a large bowl, combine hot cooked spaghetti with softened cream cheese and sour cream (if using). Mix until the noodles are coated and creamy.

6. Assemble in Baking Dish:
   Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer the spaghetti mixture in the bottom. Pour the meat sauce evenly over the top.

7. Add Cheese:
   Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.

8. Bake:
   Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden on top.

9. Garnish and Serve:
   Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

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Tips:

• You can make this ahead of time and refrigerate overnight before baking.
• Try adding sautéed onions, mushrooms, or spinach to the sauce for extra flavor.
• For extra crispness, broil the top for 2–3 minutes after baking.

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