For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a layer of ricotta cheese between the spaghetti and the meat sauce. Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef. If you want to make this ahead of time, assemble the casserole and refrigerate it (covered) for up to 24 hours. Add about 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold. A sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley after baking adds a lovely fresh element.
Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS189
Indulge in this incredibly creamy and comforting baked spaghetti casserole! It's a delightful combination of savory meat sauce, perfectly cooked spaghetti, and a rich cream cheese blend, topped with a generous layer of melted cheeses. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck gathering!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Cholesterol54 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein16 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium463 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. (15 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View While the spaghetti cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat. Stir in spaghetti sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. (12 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Drain spaghetti well and transfer it to a large bowl. Add softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and the spaghetti is evenly coated. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Top with the cream cheese-coated spaghetti, then spread the remaining meat sauce evenly over the spaghetti. Sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned, about 25-30 minutes. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. (35 minutes)
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Desmond Hartmann
Apr 30, 2025I added some chopped onions and bell peppers to the ground beef for extra veggies. Delicious!
Odell Sawayn
May 4, 2024The cream cheese makes this casserole so rich and creamy. It's definitely a crowd-pleaser!
Haven Mcglynn
Dec 9, 2023This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy to make and everyone in my family loves it.
Judd Dubuque
Nov 2, 2023I used gluten-free spaghetti and it worked perfectly.