Bacon Cream Cheese Baked Spaghetti is a delightful twist on the classic baked spaghetti recipe. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, and cook until the onions are translucent and the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and sour cream until well combined.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the cream cheese and sour cream mixture, tossing until the spaghetti is evenly coated.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the spaghetti mixture. Top with half of the meat sauce, followed by half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining spaghetti mixture, meat sauce, and cheeses.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
This Bacon Cream Cheese Baked Spaghetti is a rich and comforting dish that combines the flavors of cream cheese, bacon, and marinara sauce for a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Enjoy!
