Here’s a rich, comforting Creamy Garlic Butter Baked Spaghetti recipe with full details—from ingredients to tips so it turns out perfectly every time.
🍝 Creamy Garlic Butter Baked Spaghetti
🕒 Time
- Prep: 20 minutes
- Cook: 30–35 minutes
- Total: ~55 minutes
🍽️ Servings
- 4–6 people
🧾 Ingredients
For the spaghetti:
- 400–500g spaghetti
- Salt (for boiling water)
For the garlic butter sauce:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 6–8 garlic cloves (finely minced)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (warm)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
For the cheesy layer:
- 1–1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup cheddar cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional add-ins:
- Cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- Mushrooms (sliced)
- Spinach
- Boiled broccoli
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Boil the spaghetti
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add spaghetti and cook until al dente (firm to the bite).
- Drain and set aside (do not overcook—it will bake later).
2. Make the garlic butter sauce
- In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute, don’t burn it).
- Add flour and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes (this forms a roux).
- Slowly pour in warm milk while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Add cream and continue stirring until thick and smooth.
3. Season the sauce
- Add salt, black pepper, oregano, and chili flakes.
- Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
4. Combine pasta and sauce
- Add boiled spaghetti to the sauce.
- Toss well so all strands are coated.
- Mix in optional ingredients (chicken, veggies) if using.
5. Assemble for baking
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Transfer spaghetti into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan evenly on top.
6. Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese melts and turns golden.
- For a crispy top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
😋 Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or extra Parmesan.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use fresh garlic for strong flavor.
- Don’t skip the roux step—it makes the sauce thick and silky.
- Add a splash of pasta water if sauce becomes too thick.
- For extra richness, mix in a little cream cheese.
If you want, I can give you a desi-style version (with spices and chicken tikka twist) or a quick stovetop version without baking.