Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Recipe
Ingredients:
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce (1 jar)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Meat Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef or turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine the Spaghetti and Cream Cheese:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the cream cheese mixture, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread half of the meat sauce on the bottom.
- Add the spaghetti mixture on top of the meat sauce, spreading it out evenly.
- Pour the remaining meat sauce over the spaghetti.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly on top.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
This baked cream cheese spaghetti is a comforting and creamy pasta dish perfect for a hearty family meal.