Irresistibly Cheesy Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls to Savor
Indulge in comforting Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls that combine two favorites into a satisfying dish, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- large pot
- large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Spaghetti
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- 4 quarts Water Salted for flavor
- 2 tbsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, fresh recommended
For the Bread Bowls
- 1 loaf Italian Bread Sturdy, crusty loaf
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Optional
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Boil Water: Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water and bring to a rolling boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt.
- Cook Spaghetti: Add spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Combine Spaghetti and Sauce: Toss drained spaghetti in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water gradually.
- Add Fresh Ingredients: Stir in chopped parsley and grated Parmesan, seasoning with salt and black pepper.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Spread: Combine softened butter, more minced garlic, parsley, and garlic powder in a bowl and mix well.
- Prepare Bread Bowls: Slice Italian bread lengthwise and spread garlic butter on the cut sides.
- Bake Bread Bowls: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Broil for Crispiness: Broil for a couple of minutes for extra crunch, then let cool before slicing into bowls.
- Serve Your Creation: Fill bread bowls with spaghetti mixture, garnishing with Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Experiment with toppings for your perfect bowl.