Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole Heaven
Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole Heaven is a creamy, comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal. With layers of spaghetti, savory ground meat, and a rich blend of cheeses baked to perfection, this casserole is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. It’s easy to prepare and sure to please everyone at your table. Serve it with a fresh salad or garlic bread for the ultimate dining experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb lean ground beef or sausage
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish.
- 2. Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- 3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or sausage. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- 4. In a bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, cream cheese, marinara sauce, half of the mozzarella, and the meat mixture; stir well.
- 5. Transfer to the baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- 6. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg