Preparing Baked Cream Cheese Spaghetti can be straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Spaghetti: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Mix Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and smooth.
4. Add Marinara Sauce: Stir in the marinara sauce until the cream cheese is evenly distributed throughout the sauce.
5. Combine with Spaghetti: Add the cooked spaghetti to the bowl and toss until all the noodles are coated in the creamy sauce.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan on top of the spaghetti mixture.
8. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
9. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
10. Serve: Scoop servings onto plates and enjoy the creamy goodness.

By following these steps, you’ll create a delectable dish that elevates simple pasta into something truly special.