Description
Savory turkey bacon cream cheese baked spaghetti brings comfort and excitement to weeknight dinners. Creamy pasta layers blend smoky bacon, tender turkey, and rich cheese into a hearty meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Carbohydrates:
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 1/2 cup real turkey bacon bits
Dairy and Cheese Components:
- 4 cups milk
- 7.5 oz Philadelphia Whipped Chive cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of bacon soup
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 400°F (200°C) and coating a 9×13-inch baking dish with a light grease layer to prevent sticking.
- Craft a creamy sauce in a large pot over medium heat by whisking together milk, cream of bacon soup, whipped chive cream cheese, and seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until the mixture reaches a gentle simmer.
- Introduce spaghetti noodles by breaking them in half and submerging into the simmering sauce, reducing heat to medium-low and stirring periodically to ensure even cooking for approximately 8 minutes.
- Enhance the pasta mixture by folding in shredded mozzarella and turkey bacon bits, ensuring thorough distribution throughout the saucy noodles.
- Transfer the saucy pasta to the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to create an even, smooth surface that will promote consistent baking.
- Embellish the top layer with an additional blanket of shredded mozzarella, scattered turkey bacon bits, and a sprinkle of chopped chives for visual appeal and added flavor complexity.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 14-15 minutes, watching for the cheese to melt completely and develop a golden, slightly crispy edge.
- Allow the baked spaghetti to rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven, which helps the sauce set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or pepper jack for unique flavor profiles and extra excitement.
- Swap turkey bacon for crispy regular bacon or veggie bacon alternatives to accommodate dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Reduce sauce’s richness by using low-fat cream cheese and skim milk, creating a lighter meal without compromising taste.
- Enhance protein content by adding grilled chicken or plant-based protein crumbles for extra nutrition and meal versatility.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 840 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg