– 1 loaf of Italian or French bread
– 8 oz spaghetti
– 1 ½ cups marinara sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Creating Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls is a fun and straightforward process when you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Spaghetti: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat. Stir in the cooked spaghetti until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Make the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and dried herbs to create a garlic butter mixture.
5. Prepare the Bread: Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise, then hollow out the insides to create bowls, leaving a small edge around the crust.
6. Brush the Garlic Butter: Generously brush the inside of each garlic bread bowl with the garlic butter mixture.
7. Add Cheese: Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese at the bottom of each bread bowl before filling.
8. Fill with Spaghetti: Spoon the spaghetti mixture into each bread bowl, filling them generously.
9. Top with Cheese: Add more shredded mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top of the filled bowls.
10. Bake: Place the stuffed garlic bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
11. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
12. Serve: Slice and serve your Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls warm, and enjoy!
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish with ease.