Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of Heavenly Baked Bacon Cream Cheese Spaghetti, a comforting dish that combines crispy bacon with luscious cream cheese and cheddar. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this baked spaghetti provides a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Follow this simple recipe to create a mouthwatering meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, reserving some drippings.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with heavy cream, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with the cream mixture in the skillet, using reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Stir in crumbled bacon and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer to the baking dish, top with remaining cheddar and crumbled bacon, then bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg