Description
Cheesy Spaghetti Garlic Bread combines two classic comfort foods—garlic bread and spaghetti—into one indulgent dish. It features buttery, garlicky bread stuffed with cheesy spaghetti, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked spaghetti
- 1 cup marinara or spaghetti sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- If not using leftover spaghetti, cook the pasta and toss it with marinara sauce and some mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Slice the bread in half lengthwise and hollow out the center to create space for the filling.
- Melt the butter, then mix it with minced garlic and seasoning. Brush this mixture over the inside of the bread.
- Stuff the bread with the saucy spaghetti mixture, then top with more mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden and crisp.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing into servings and garnishing with parsley or additional cheese.
Notes
- Use leftover spaghetti to save time and make this dish even easier to prepare.
- For a protein boost, add cooked sausage or meatballs to the spaghetti.
- For a spicier version, mix in red pepper flakes or use arrabbiata sauce.
- Use garlic knots or smaller rolls for individual servings—perfect for parties.
- For a vegetarian version, add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers to the spaghetti.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
