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Easy Baked Spaghetti With Cream Cheese

Looking for a comforting and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this delicious recipe for baked spaghetti with cream cheese! This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. Plus, it's a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Ingredients:

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 jar of spaghetti sauce
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces of cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Ingredients For Easy Baked Spaghetti With Cream Cheese

Instructions:

Follow these simple steps to make your own baked spaghetti with cream cheese:

  1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add the chopped onion, green pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Add the jar of spaghetti sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese together until well combined.
  7. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the meat sauce and stir to combine.
  8. Spread half of the spaghetti mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  9. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the spaghetti, then spread the remaining spaghetti mixture over the top.
  10. Bake the dish for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Instructions For Easy Baked Spaghetti With Cream Cheese

Why We Love This Recipe:

There are so many reasons to love this recipe! For one, it's incredibly easy to make, with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. It's also a great way to use up leftover spaghetti or meat sauce. But perhaps the best thing about this dish is the creamy, cheesy layer in the middle. The cream cheese adds a richness and tanginess that takes the dish to the next level. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in some extra protein and calcium!

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