Creamy Baked Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef, lean
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½ cup Parmesan, grated
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1 clove garlic, finely chopped
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1 cup mozzarella, shredded
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12 oz spaghetti pasta
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2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce
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8 oz creamy cheese spread
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1 tsp Italian herbs blend
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Fresh parsley sprigs for topping
# Instructions:
01 -
Follow the cooking directions on the spaghetti package, then strain it after boiling.
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Cook the beef until browned in a frying pan. Stir in garlic and marinara. Let it cook down on low heat.
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Mix the warm pasta with the softened creamy cheese, herbs, and garlic salt in a bowl.
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Use a baking dish (9x13 inch). Spread some meat sauce as the base, lay the cream cheese pasta on top, and finish with the remaining meat sauce. Cover it all with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake your dish for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is nicely melted and bubbly.
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Let it rest a few minutes out of the oven. Sprinkle some parsley on top, then dig in!