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Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole

A cozy, creamy spaghetti bake made with pantry staples and baked to golden perfection.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 7
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 24 oz jar spaghetti sauce
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions
 

  • Cook spaghetti until al dente; drain.
  • Brown ground beef; drain fat, stir in spaghetti sauce.
  • Combine hot spaghetti with cream cheese, garlic powder, seasoning, and salt.
  • In a greased 9x13 dish, layer meat sauce, spaghetti, then remaining sauce.
  • Top with cheeses and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Let cream cheese reach room temp before mixing.
  • Add sautéed veggies for extra nutrition.
  • Freeze before baking for up to 2 months.
  • Use rotini or penne for a twist.