Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
12 oz spaghetti
→ Dairy
02 -
8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 -
1 cup sour cream
04 -
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 -
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Sauce and Seasoning
06 -
2 cups marinara or pasta sauce
07 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
08 -
1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt
→ Garnish
11 -
Fresh basil or parsley
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
03 -
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
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Toss the cooked spaghetti in the cream cheese mixture, ensuring each strand is evenly coated.
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Spread half of the coated spaghetti evenly into a baking dish, then pour half of the marinara sauce over it.
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Layer the remaining spaghetti on top, pouring the remaining marinara sauce evenly over it.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the surface.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
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Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve warm.
# Notes:
01 -
For a heartier dish, layer cooked ground beef or Italian sausage between the spaghetti layers before baking.