Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Recipe
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 pinch garlic salt
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until it’s tender yet firm to the bite, usually about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbly, usually for about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat and stir in the spaghetti sauce.
- Mix the Spaghetti: In a large bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and the spaghetti is thoroughly coated.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread a small amount of the meat sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Add the spaghetti on top, then spread the remaining meat sauce over the spaghetti.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses over the top of the spaghetti and meat sauce.
- Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Serve: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve the baked cream cheese spaghetti hot, and enjoy your delicious meal!
This Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. It’s easy to make and packed with flavor, making it a surefire crowd-pleaser!