Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti
A comforting pasta dish layered with creamy goodness and savory meat sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef (90/10)
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, cooking until browned. Stir in onion and cook until softened, then add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add marinara sauce, oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the skillet. Stir and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, and remaining salt and pepper until smooth. Add reserved pasta water, then stir in cooked spaghetti until well coated.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer half of the meat sauce in the dish, then add the spaghetti mixture, followed by the remaining meat sauce.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and additional Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.