Creamy Spaghetti Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Spaghetti Casserole, a rich and satisfying twist on classic pasta bake recipes. Perfectly al dente spaghetti is coated in a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan, creating an irresistibly creamy base. Layered with savory ground beef simmered in marinara, and topped with gooey melted mozzarella, this casserole is baked to golden perfection for a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and simple pantry staples, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness, it’s a comforting masterpiece you’ll want to serve again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil and set aside.
Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook and crumble the beef until it is browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Stir the marinara sauce into the skillet with the cooked beef. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer the mixture on low heat for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the bowl with the cream cheese mixture, tossing until the pasta is evenly coated.
Layer half of the spaghetti mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the meat sauce on top, followed by 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining spaghetti mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4205 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 305.9 g | 392% | |
| Saturated Fat | 158.8 g | 794% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 923 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 7177 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.6 g | ||
| Protein | 205.7 g | 411% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3204 mg | 246% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1890 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
