Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole
Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole is a deliciously creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This hearty casserole combines tender spaghetti, flavorful ground beef, and a rich cream cheese topping, making it an irresistible choice for families and gatherings alike. The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity; with just a few key ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can create a meal that will impress everyone at your table. Whether you’re serving it on a busy weeknight or at a potluck, this casserole is sure to become a favorite.
- 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
- 1 jar (28 oz) spaghetti sauce
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, then stir in garlic and spaghetti sauce.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained spaghetti with cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt until well mixed.
- Layer the mixture with meat sauce in the prepared baking pan, finishing with remaining cheeses on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg