Baked Spaghetti With Cream Cheese And Sour Cream
Spaghetti is a classic comfort food that many of us grew up with. It's a staple in many households and can be made in a variety of ways. However, have you ever tried adding cream cheese and sour cream to your spaghetti? If not, you're missing out on a delicious and creamy twist on a classic dish.
What You'll Need
Before we dive into the recipe, let's go over the ingredients you'll need:
- 1 pound of spaghetti
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 can of tomato sauce
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Now that you have all your ingredients, it's time to get cooking:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the tomato sauce and toss to combine.
- Pour the spaghetti mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread the cream cheese and sour cream mixture on top of the spaghetti.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the cream cheese and sour cream mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Why You'll Love This Dish
This baked spaghetti dish is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. The addition of cream cheese and sour cream gives the dish a creamy and tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the tomato sauce and ground beef. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables, as the diced tomatoes, onion, and green bell pepper all add a nutritious boost to the meal.
Conclusion
Baked spaghetti with cream cheese and sour cream is a delicious and easy twist on a classic dish that is sure to become a family favorite. With its creamy and tangy flavor, it's the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself why it's such a crowd-pleaser!
