Spaghetti Stuffed Garlic Bread
This Spaghetti Stuffed Garlic Bread is a deliciously innovative twist on traditional garlic bread. It features garlicky bread filled with spaghetti and marinara sauce, topped with melted cheese. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or a quirky main dish!
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 large Italian loaf of bread About 1 pound.
- 2 cups cooked spaghetti
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- Parmesan cheese Optional, for topping.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti and marinara sauce. Mix well until the spaghetti is evenly coated.
- Slice the Italian loaf of bread in half lengthwise, then hollow out the center of each half to create a boat for the spaghetti.
- In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, dried parsley, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously onto each half of the hollowed bread.
- Fill each half with the spaghetti mixture, ensuring it’s packed in well.
- Top the spaghetti with shredded mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Place the stuffed bread halves on a baking sheet, and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Slice into pieces and serve warm.
Notes
You can customize the filling by adding cooked meatballs or vegetables to the spaghetti mixture.
Pair the dish with a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
This recipe can be prepared ahead of time. Just keep the assembled bread in the refrigerator and bake when ready to serve.