Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti is a luscious and comforting dish that combines creamy cheese and spaghetti, perfect for family dinners.

Scale

1 pound spaghetti

1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking pasta)

Salt (for seasoning pasta water)

8 oz cream cheese

softened

1 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for creaminess)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for a little heat)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage (optional but highly recommended)

1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce or your favorite spaghetti sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning meat)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)

Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Brown the ground beef or sausage with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper. Once browned, add the marinara sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large baking dish, mix the spaghetti with the creamy sauce until well combined, then layer the meat sauce over the spaghetti.
Top with remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

For a vegetarian option, skip the meat sauce and use extra vegetables instead.

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