Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Steps
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes and drain excess fat.
- Sauté diced onion and green bell pepper in the same skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add diced tomatoes and green chilies along with Italian seasoning; let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese and melted butter until smooth.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and milk to the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Combine spaghetti with the cream cheese mixture, cooked ground beef, and sautéed veggies.
- Layer half of the spaghetti mixture, half of the meat sauce, and mozzarella cheese in a greased baking dish; repeat the layering.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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This Cream Cheese Spaghetti Casserole is easy to make and a crowd-pleasing dish, perfect for family dinners.