Description
A comfort food mash-up that brings together the crispy, buttery goodness of garlic bread with saucy, cheesy spaghetti. These Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls are perfect for family dinners, parties, or just a fun twist on pasta night. Crunchy on the outside, warm and creamy on the inside—they’re satisfying and customizable for all tastes.
Ingredients
4 round bread rolls (sourdough or Italian preferred)
6 oz spaghetti
2 cups marinara or tomato-based pasta sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tbsp butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt (to taste)
Optional: red pepper flakes, cooked ground beef or veggies, extra herbs
Instructions
Prepare Bread Bowls
Cut off the tops of the bread rolls. Hollow out the center, leaving a thick wall. Mix melted butter, garlic, and parsley. Brush it on the inside and outside of the rolls. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.Cook Spaghetti
Boil salted water. Add spaghetti. Cook until al dente. Drain and toss with a little olive oil.Make the Sauce
Heat sauce in a pan. Add optional ingredients like onion, herbs, or meat. Simmer 10–15 minutes.Combine Pasta & Cheese
Mix cooked pasta with sauce. Stir in mozzarella and parmesan (save some for topping).Fill and Bake
Fill each bread bowl with the spaghetti mix. Top with extra cheese. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.Serve
Let cool for 3–5 minutes. Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
To prevent soggy bread, always toast the bowls first.
For a lighter version, use low-fat cheese and whole wheat pasta.
Try gluten-free rolls and pasta for dietary needs.
Store leftovers in foil in the fridge. Reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American–Italian Fusion