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Baked-Spaghetti-with-Cream-Cheese-Recipe

Baked Spaghetti with Cream Cheese

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Baked Spaghetti with Cream Cheese is a delightful dish characterized by its creamy texture and rich flavor. Made with simple ingredients like spaghetti, ground beef, creamy cheese, and marinara, it’s an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or meal prep that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2–3 teaspoons olive oil (if needed)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1½ teaspoons italian seasoning blend
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups jarred marinara sauce
  • ½ pound spaghetti noodles
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick oil.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, ground beef, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Stir in the marinara sauce and let it simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
  4. Cook spaghetti noodles in boiling salted water for 9-11 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  5. In a bowl, combine the drained spaghetti with cream cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, mixing well.
  6. Spread 1 cup of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish, followed by the coated spaghetti, and top with the remaining meat sauce.
  7. Sprinkle parmesan and mozzarella cheese on top and cover with foil.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
  9. Let the baked spaghetti rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.

Notes

For a bit of extra flavor, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the meat sauce.
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
This dish stores well and can be reheated easily, making it perfect for meal prep.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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