Description
A creamy and delicious baked spaghetti casserole that combines the richness of cream cheese with the comforting flavors of pasta, perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, tomato sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the cheese mixture and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add cooked ground meat or vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole, spaghetti casserole, creamy pasta bake