Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.
- Sauté chopped onion and green bell pepper in the same skillet for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- Combine softened cream cheese and melted butter in a bowl, then mix in Parmesan cheese and milk.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
- Toss drained spaghetti with the cream cheese mixture.
- Layer half of the creamy spaghetti mixture in a greased baking dish, followed by the meat sauce and half of the mozzarella.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Customize by adding sautéed vegetables or switching the meat for a vegetarian option.