Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti

Here’s a recipe for Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti, including ingredients, instructions, and approximate nutrition information:

Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces (340g) spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef or turkey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce
  • 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 1 cup (115g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Stir in the spaghetti sauce and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
  7. Add the cooked spaghetti to the cream cheese mixture and toss until well coated.
  8. Transfer the spaghetti mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  9. Pour the meat sauce over the spaghetti mixture, spreading it out evenly.
  10. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
  11. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  12. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  13. Let the Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition information (per serving, based on 8 servings):

  • Calories: Approximately 450
  • Total Fat: Approximately 23g
  • Saturated Fat: Approximately 12g
  • Cholesterol: Approximately 90mg
  • Sodium: Approximately 750mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: Approximately 34g
  • Dietary Fiber: Approximately 3g
  • Sugars: Approximately 7g
  • Protein: Approximately 26g

Enjoy this comforting and cheesy Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti as a delicious weeknight meal for the whole family!

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