Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and cheesy baked spaghetti casserole. A decadent blend of cream cheese, spaghetti, and savory seasonings come together to create a dish that is sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 lb spaghetti, cooked and drained
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the cream cheese mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread half of the spaghetti mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Pour half of the marinara sauce over the spaghetti mixture and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining spaghetti mixture, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cream cheese adds a rich and creamy texture to this dish.
Baking spaghetti in a casserole form allows the flavors to meld together for a satisfying meal.
This recipe can easily be customized by adding your favorite meats or vegetables to the mix.