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Baked Spaghetti Recipe With Cream Cheese

This baked spaghetti is a comforting classic that combines spaghetti with a rich, creamy sauce, topped with melted cheese. It's easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in the marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  5. Once the spaghetti is cooked and drained, combine it with the meat sauce and cream cheese mixture in the skillet.
  6. Pour the spaghetti mixture into a greased baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Allow the baked spaghetti to cool for a few minutes before serving; this helps the layers set and makes it easier to cut.