Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the creamy and comforting goodness of Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole. This family-favorite dish combines tender spaghetti with seasoned ground beef, rich cream cheese, and tangy sauce, all topped with melty cheeses that create a delightful golden crust. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also a make-ahead marvel that ensures you spend more time enjoying your meal than cooking it. With its satisfying layers of flavor and texture, this cheesy pasta bake is sure to become a staple at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 28 oz jar of spaghetti sauce
- 8 oz package of softened cream cheese
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, about 12 minutes; drain.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until crumbly, around 5 to 7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Combine drained spaghetti with cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt until well mixed.
- Layer a small amount of meat sauce in a greased baking pan; add creamy spaghetti mixture and top with remaining meat sauce.
- Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 305g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg