Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole, a dish perfect for family dinners and gatherings. This creamy, cheesy pasta bake combines tender spaghetti with savory ground beef and a rich cream cheese sauce, creating a wholesome meal that warms the heart. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, this easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to add your favorite vegetables or swap proteins for a personalized touch. Serve it up with garlic bread or a crisp salad for a complete dining experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 28 oz jar spaghetti sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions until al dente (about 12 minutes). Drain.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, combine cooked spaghetti with cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt until well mixed.
- Spread some meat sauce at the bottom of a greased baking pan, layer the spaghetti mixture on top, followed by the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg