Spaghetti Casserole

Elevate your pasta night with this mouthwatering Spaghetti Casserole recipe, a hearty and satisfying dish that combines layers of tender spaghetti, rich marinara meat sauce, and creamy cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. This family-friendly casserole features a flavorful blend of ground beef, aromatic onion and garlic, Italian seasoning, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. A luscious layer of cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan adds decadence, while a golden, bubbly topping of mozzarella seals the deal. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this oven-baked spaghetti casserole is an easy make-ahead meal that’s ready in just under an hour. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve alongside a crisp salad or garlic bread for a well-rounded dinner everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces spaghetti
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 24 ounces marinara sauce
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 ounces, softened cream cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups, shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.

Step 2

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is no longer pink. Then drain excess fat.

Step 5

Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.

Step 7

Spread a small amount of the meat sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 8

Layer half of the cooked spaghetti evenly over the sauce in the dish.

Step 9

Spread the cream cheese mixture over the spaghetti layer.

Step 10

Add another layer with the remaining spaghetti, followed by pouring the rest of the meat sauce over the top.

Step 11

Finish with an even layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 12

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 13

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Step 15

Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2140.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3364.9

Total Fat 224.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 662.3mg	0%
Sodium 5692.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 40.1g
Protein 168.8g	0%

Vitamin D 36.2IU	0%
Calcium 2315.7mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2004.2mg	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: 59.7%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 20.3%