Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole, a dish that transforms everyday ingredients into a family favorite. This creamy and cheesy casserole is perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknights to festive gatherings. With layers of tender spaghetti enveloped in a rich meat sauce and topped with gooey cheese, every bite promises satisfaction. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; it can be prepared ahead of time and easily baked when you’re ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 28 oz jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 8 oz package softened cream cheese
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook spaghetti in lightly salted boiling water until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat, then stir in the spaghetti sauce.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti with softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt until well-coated.
- In a greased baking pan, layer a small amount of meat sauce at the bottom, followed by the creamy spaghetti mixture, then top with remaining meat sauce and sprinkle cheeses on top.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 337g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg