Description
Upgrade your pasta night with this ultra-creamy Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti! Tender spaghetti noodles tossed in a rich cream cheese sauce, layered with hearty beef and marinara, and topped with bubbly mozzarella and Parmesan make this dish a comforting, irresistible family favorite.
Ingredients
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12 ounces spaghetti
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 (28-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
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1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 pinch garlic salt
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
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Cook the Spaghetti:
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
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Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes).
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Drain and set aside.
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Prepare the Meat Sauce:
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In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly (about 5-7 minutes).
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Drain excess fat.
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Stir in the spaghetti sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
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Make the Cream Cheese Spaghetti Mixture:
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In a large bowl, combine the drained spaghetti, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of garlic salt.
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Stir until the cream cheese melts and coats the spaghetti thoroughly.
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Assemble the Dish:
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Spread a small amount of the meat sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Layer the cream cheese-coated spaghetti evenly on top.
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Pour the remaining meat sauce over the spaghetti.
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Add Cheese and Bake:
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Sprinkle grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella over the top.
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Bake for about 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
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Serve and Enjoy:
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Let cool slightly before serving.
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Perfect paired with garlic bread and a fresh green salad!
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Notes
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For extra richness, add a handful of shredded mozzarella directly into the spaghetti mixture before baking.
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Swap ground beef for ground turkey or Italian sausage for a fun twist.
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This dish freezes well—perfect for make-ahead meals!