A fun and comforting meal where toasted garlic bread bowls are filled with spaghetti and cheese, then baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
For the bread bowls:
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4 small crusty bread rolls or boules
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1/3 cup butter, melted
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp chopped parsley or Italian seasoning
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1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
For the spaghetti:
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8 oz dry spaghetti
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 cups marinara sauce
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1/2 lb ground meat or sausage (optional)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella
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1/4 cup Parmesan
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Salt and pepper, to tast
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Slice tops off rolls and remove centers to create bowls.
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Combine butter, garlic, and herbs; brush on bread.
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Sprinkle Parmesan inside and bake for 10 minutes.
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Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
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Brown meat (if using), stir in marinara, and simmer.
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Mix pasta with sauce and half the cheese.
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Fill bowls with spaghetti, top with cheese, and bake 8–10 minutes.
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Broil briefly for browning if desi