Dreamy Spaghetti Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this "Dreamy Spaghetti Casserole," a dish that takes classic spaghetti to a whole new level. Layers of tender al dente spaghetti are coated in a rich, creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and parmesan, paired with a hearty marinara meat sauce infused with garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning. Topped with gooey, golden-brown mozzarella, this baked spaghetti casserole is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Ready in just around an hour, this easy-to-make recipe combines the familiar flavors of a traditional pasta dish with the creamy, cheesy decadence of a casserole. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of freshness, and watch it become an instant favorite at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 450 grams spaghetti
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 700 milliliters marinara sauce
• 225 grams cream cheese, softened
• 120 milliliters sour cream
• 60 grams parmesan cheese, grated
• 300 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a little olive oil or cooking spray and set it aside.

Step 2

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until just al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining, and set the spaghetti aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

Stir in the marinara sauce, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Place the cooked spaghetti in a large mixing bowl. Toss the spaghetti with the reserved pasta water and the cream cheese mixture until evenly coated.

Step 8

Layer half of the spaghetti mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the meat sauce evenly on top, followed by half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the layers with the remaining spaghetti mixture, meat sauce, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your Dreamy Spaghetti Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2497.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4415.2

Total Fat 303.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 152.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 936.7mg	0%
Sodium 7287.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.4g
Protein 224.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3390.9mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 2061.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.2%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 18.6%