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Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole

Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole for Cozy Family Nights

Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole combines creamy cheese and savory meat sauce for a delightful family meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 12 oz Spaghetti Cook until al dente.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Opt for lean beef.
  • 24 oz Marinara Sauce Rich tomato base.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Soften for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Full-fat preferred for melting.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Balances the creaminess.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For browning the beef.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic is key.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Elevates the overall taste.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley Optional; for color and freshness.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Pan
  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti for about 12 minutes until al dente.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef for 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat and add marinara sauce.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine drained spaghetti, cream cheese, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Mix until coated.
  5. Layer a bit of meat sauce in the baking pan, add creamy spaghetti mixture, and top with remaining meat sauce.
  6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan then shredded mozzarella on top. Bake for approximately 30 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and monitor the casserole closely towards the end of baking.

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