Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole
Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole is a comforting blend of creamy cheese and tender pasta, making it the perfect dish for family dinners or cozy gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole features a rich combination of spaghetti, ground meat, and flavorful marinara sauce, all topped with melty cheese. With just one bite, you’ll experience a delightful medley of flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Gather around the table and enjoy this cheesy masterpiece that’s sure to impress everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey (lean)
- 24 oz marinara sauce (no added sugars)
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar blend)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Brown ground meat in a skillet over medium heat; add garlic powder and Italian herbs.
- In a bowl, mix cooked spaghetti, cream cheese, sour cream, marinara sauce, and half the shredded cheese.
- Spread mixture into the baking dish; top with remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg