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Baked-Spaghetti-with-Cream-Cheese-Recipe

Baked Spaghetti with Cream Cheese

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Baked Spaghetti with Cream Cheese is a delightful dish boasting a creamy texture, savory flavors, and simple preparation. Perfect for a quick dinner or comforting meal, this recipe combines tender spaghetti, seasoned beef, and a cheesy topping that makes it an irresistible choice for busy evenings.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2–3 teaspoons olive oil (if needed)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1½ teaspoons italian seasoning blend
  • ½ teaspoon salt (plus additional for salted pasta water)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups jarred marinara sauce
  • ½ pound spaghetti noodles
  • 8 ounces block style cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounce block whole-milk mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick oil spray and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, ground beef, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the beef is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the marinara sauce with the cooked ground beef. Simmer on low for 10 minutes and remove from heat.
  4. Cook the spaghetti noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water for 9-11 minutes or until al dente, then drain.
  5. In a bowl, combine the drained pasta with cream cheese, remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth, adding olive oil if needed to prevent sticking.
  6. Spread 1 cup meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish, then place the spaghetti evenly over it and top with the remainder of the meat sauce.
  7. Sprinkle parmesan and mozzarella cheese over the top.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For a little extra flavor, feel free to add chopped onions or bell peppers when cooking the ground beef.
You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option without sacrificing taste.
Make ahead by assembling and refrigerating before baking, then simply bake when ready to enjoy.

  • Author: midovic20xx@gmail.com
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Entrees
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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