Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti: The Ultimate Comfort Food! 🍝🧀

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1️⃣ Cook the Pasta

  • Boil spaghetti until al dente (reserve ½ cup pasta water). Drain.

2️⃣ Make the Cream Cheese Mixture

  • In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper until smooth.

3️⃣ Combine & Layer

  1. Toss cooked spaghetti with marinara sauce and pasta water (for sauciness).

  2. Spread half the spaghetti in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

  3. Dollop cream cheese mixture over the top, then swirl gently.

  4. Add remaining spaghetti, then sprinkle with mozzarella + Parmesan.

4️⃣ Bake to Bubbly Perfection

  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 mins until cheese is golden.

  • Broil 1-2 mins for extra crispiness (optional).

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

  • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

Pro Tips

🍝 Extra creamy? Stir ¼ cup heavy cream into the marinara.
🔥 Crispy edges? Bake in a cast-iron skillet.
🧊 Make ahead: Assemble, refrigerate, and bake when ready (+5-10 mins).

Serving Ideas

🥗 With garlic bread and a Caesar salad
🍷 Pair with Chianti or Sangiovese wine
🌶️ Spice it up – Top with chili oil or jalapeños

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