Description
Try the viral TikTok Spaghetti recipe! This baked spaghetti features creamy cheese layers, rich meat sauce, and melty mozzarella. Easy, customizable, and perfect for meal prep or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 tsp mixed Italian seasonings
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Spaghetti – Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Meat Sauce – In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasonings, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Creamy Layer – In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Assemble the Dish – In a baking dish, spread a layer of cooked spaghetti. Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture over the pasta. Pour the meat sauce on top, spreading it evenly.
- Top with Cheese – Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat sauce.
- Bake – Place in preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy – Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Meat Options: Use ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat.
- Pasta Choices: Swap spaghetti for penne, rigatoni, or gluten-free pasta.
- Spicy Kick: Add extra red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- Cheese Substitutions: Try cheddar, gouda, or provolone.
- Vegetarian Option: Use mushrooms, bell peppers, and spinach instead of meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: pasta, comfort food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Baked spaghetti, TikTok pasta, cheesy spaghetti, creamy spaghetti, viral spaghetti recipe