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Creamy Baked Spaghetti Casserole: A Comforting Delight!

A comforting and creamy baked spaghetti casserole that combines pasta, meat, and a rich cheese sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 jar 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix until smooth.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the cream cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
  7. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti mixture, followed by half of the meat sauce. Repeat the layers.
  8. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
  9. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with sautéed mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach.
  • Add a layer of your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or broccoli, for added nutrition and flavor.

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