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Delicious Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls

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A quick and easy comfort food recipe that combines saucy spaghetti with garlicky, cheesy bread bowls baked to perfection. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces dried spaghetti
  • 4 medium-sized round bread rolls (4–5 inches diameter), sturdy crusty rolls like sourdough or Italian bread
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups marinara or homemade pasta sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Handful fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter with 4 minced garlic cloves, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil until smooth to make garlic butter.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a sharp knife, cut the top off each bread roll and scoop out the soft interior, leaving about a ½-inch thick shell.
  4. Brush the inside of each hollowed bread bowl generously with the garlic butter. Place them on a baking sheet.
  5. In a skillet or saucepan, heat 2 cups marinara sauce over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Toss in the cooked spaghetti and stir gently to coat evenly.
  6. Spoon the saucy spaghetti into each garlic-buttered bread bowl, filling about three-quarters full.
  7. Sprinkle about ¼ cup shredded mozzarella and a dash of Parmesan over the top of each filled bowl.
  8. Bake in the oven for 15-18 minutes until bread edges are crisp and golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh basil or parsley on top, and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overfill bread bowls to avoid soggy edges. Use softened butter for garlic butter to help it adhere better. Cooking pasta just shy of al dente is recommended as it finishes cooking in the oven. For a crispier crust, broil for the last 1-2 minutes but watch closely. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven to restore crispness.

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Keywords: spaghetti, garlic bread bowls, easy dinner, comfort food, pasta recipe, garlic butter, cheesy bread, weeknight dinner

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