- Brown the Beef and Make the Sauce:
- Sauté ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked with all pink gone This creates a rich savory base Drain off extra fat carefully for a less greasy finish Stir in the prepared spaghetti sauce Let this simmer a few minutes so flavors meld then set aside
- Cook and Coat the Spaghetti:
- Boil the spaghetti in generously salted water according to the package for the perfect al dente bite Drain thoroughly and transfer hot noodles to a large bowl
- Blend in the Cream Cheese and Seasonings:
- While the spaghetti is hot add chunks of room temperature cream cheese Italian seasoning and minced garlic Use tongs or a spoon to keep stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted and the noodle strands are all evenly coated
- Assemble the Casserole Layers:
- Grease your baking dish well with oil or butter to stop sticking Spoon a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom for moisture and flavor evenly covering the dish Add all the cheesy spaghetti in a gentle layer then spread the rest of your meat sauce across the top
- Add Cheesy Topping and Bake:
- Shower the top with grated parmesan cheese for browning Place in a preheated 350 degree oven Bake for thirty minutes until the casserole bubbles and the top is lightly golden
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Let it rest for five to ten minutes before slicing The structure firms up and all the flavors settle making scooping much easier
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