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Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti

A comforting dish that combines spaghetti with a rich, creamy sauce of cream cheese and marinara, topped with melted cheese for a delicious family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Cheese
  • 12 oz spaghetti your choice of type
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese plus some for topping
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for added depth
Sauce
  • 2 cups marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning to elevate the flavor
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Cooking the Spaghetti
  1. In a large pot, boil water, add a pinch of salt, and cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Cream Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until thoroughly mixed and creamy.
Combining the Ingredients
  1. In a large pot or baking dish, combine the cooked spaghetti with the cream sauce mixture. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until well-coated.
Baking the Dish
  1. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with additional mozzarella cheese for that melty goodness.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown on top.
Serving
  1. Let it cool for a few minutes, then dish it out and enjoy!

Notes

For storage, leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave, adding a splash of water or marinara sauce to keep creamy.