Description
A delightful twist on traditional spaghetti served in flavorful garlic bread bowls, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 4 quarts water
- 2 Tbsp salt, plus more if needed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 loaf Italian bread (about 24 inches long)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the water: Start by bringing a large pot filled with 4 quarts of water to a boil. Stir in 2 tablespoons of salt.
- Cook the spaghetti: Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti and cook until al dente.
- Drain the pasta: After cooking, drain in a colander and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- Make the garlic oil mixture: In a skillet, warm olive oil and sauté 6 minced garlic cloves and crushed red pepper flakes for 1–2 minutes.
- Combine spaghetti with garlic oil: Toss the drained spaghetti into the skillet, add reserved pasta water, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.
- Prepare the garlic butter spread: Mix softened butter with 8 minced garlic cloves, parsley, Parmesan, garlic powder, and seasonings.
- Prepare the garlic bread: Slice the Italian bread lengthwise and spread the garlic butter mixture on both sides.
- Bake the bread: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the bread halves for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Serve your dish: Once the bread is ready, fill it with garlic-coated spaghetti and garnish with additional Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
For an extra crispy finish, broil the bread for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: spaghetti, garlic bread, vegetarian dinner, comfort food, easy recipe