Who doesn't love a good plate of baked spaghetti? This Baked Spaghetti With Cream Cheese recipe is the perfect comfort food and will make a delicious meal any day of the week. It's easy to prepare and can be ready in no time. Plus, it's packed with flavor and nutrition. Not only is it delicious, but it's also a healthy choice for your family.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1/2 cup of onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup of bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (8 ounce) package of cream cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning; cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in tomatoes and cream cheese; cook until cream cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
- Drain cooked spaghetti and add to cream cheese mixture; stir to combine.
- Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish and top with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Information
This Baked Spaghetti With Cream Cheese recipe yields 8 servings. Each serving contains 488 calories, 12 grams of fat, 57 grams of carbohydrates, 6 grams of fiber, and 21 grams of protein.
Serving Suggestions
This dish is best served hot, with a side of garlic bread and a green salad. To make it even more filling, add cooked, crumbled sausage or bacon to the cream cheese mixture before baking. You can also top the dish with shredded mozzarella cheese before baking for an extra cheesy finish.
This Baked Spaghetti With Cream Cheese is sure to be a hit with your family. Enjoy!
