A comforting Italian-inspired recipe where crispy garlic bread bowls are filled with saucy spaghetti and melty cheese — perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
For the bread bowls:
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4 round bread rolls or small sourdough boules
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1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp chopped parsley or Italian seasoning
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan
For the spaghetti:
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8 oz spaghetti noodles
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 cups marinara sauce
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1/2 lb ground beef or sausage (optional)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Slice tops off bread rolls and hollow out centers.
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Mix melted butter, garlic, and herbs. Brush over bread inside and out.
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Sprinkle Parmesan inside bowls. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
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Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
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In a pan, cook meat (if using), then stir in marinara. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
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Add spaghetti to sauce, mix in half the cheeses.
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Spoon spaghetti into bowls. Top with remaining cheese.
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Bake 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted. Broil 1–2 minutes if desired.
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Garnish and serve hot.