Description
12 oz spaghetti
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef (or sausage) and cook until browned. Stir in diced onion and
garlic, cooking until fragrant. Drain excess grease if needed. Pour in marinara sauce, add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Make the Creamy Layer: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Assemble the Dish: In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti, spread the cream cheese mixture over the pasta, then top with the remaining
spaghetti. Pour the meat sauce evenly over the top and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve & Enjoy: Let the baked spaghetti cool slightly, then garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 520 per serving Servings: 6 servings
