Description
Enjoy cozy Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls that blend hearty spaghetti and fragrant garlic bread into a shareable meal.
Ingredients
- 2 small round loaves (about 8–10 ounces each), store-bought or homemade
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 ounces spaghetti (or your favorite pasta)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice a thin round off the top of each loaf and scoop out the soft center, leaving a 1/2-inch wall.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture inside each hollowed loaf and on the tops.
- Place bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and toss with a bit of olive oil.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in marinara sauce and simmer for 5–7 minutes. Stir in pasta and half the mozzarella.
- Spoon spaghetti into each garlic bread bowl and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Return filled bowls to the oven for 6–8 minutes until cheese melts and the rim crisps.
- Garnish with fresh basil and the reserved bread tops, and serve hot.
Notes
Use sturdy round loaves and ensure sauce is thick to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian