Description
Welcome to the Creamy Spaghetti Bake Delight, a luscious and filling dish that combines the smooth textures of cheese with the rich flavors of a hearty meat sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a generous serving of comfort with every bite. Whether you are looking to impress guests or just want to enjoy a warm meal with your loved ones, this creamy spaghetti bake is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 26 oz jar prepared spaghetti sauce
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Step 1: Preparing the Oven & Baking Dish Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Simultaneously, lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and set it aside.
- Step 2: Browning the Beef In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is thoroughly browned. Be sure to drain off the excess fat once the meat is cooked. Stir the spaghetti sauce into the cooked beef and set the skillet aside.
- Step 3: Cooking the Spaghetti While the beef is cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the spaghetti and transfer it back to the pot.
- Step 4: Mixing the Spaghetti To the pot with the drained spaghetti, add room temperature cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic. Stir well until the cream cheese has completely melted and coats the spaghetti evenly.
- Step 5: Assembling the Bake Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce at the bottom of the previously greased baking dish. Layer the creamy spaghetti over this sauce, then top with the remaining meat sauce. Finally, sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Step 6: Baking the Dish Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the top is slightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes