This easy dish uses garlic bread as a bowl for saucy spaghetti. It is simple, warm, and good for family meals.
introduction
Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls are fun and filling. You make spaghetti and serve it inside a hollowed garlic bread loaf. Kids and adults like this meal.
why make this recipe
- It is quick and simple.
- It makes a neat, handheld meal.
- It uses few ingredients you likely have.
- It is great for weeknight dinners or a casual party.
how to make Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls
Make spaghetti, hollow the garlic bread, fill it with the pasta, top with cheese, and bake until hot and melty.
Ingredients :
- 1 loaf of garlic bread
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups pasta sauce ( marinara, alfredo, etc.)
- 1 cup grated cheese (mozzarella or parmesan)
- Optional veggies (spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, etc.)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
- Preheat the oven according to garlic bread package instructions.
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked spaghetti with pasta sauce and toss to coat.
- Cut the garlic bread loaf in half lengthwise and hollow out the insides to create bowls.
- Fill each garlic bread bowl with the spaghetti mixture.
- Top with cheese and any optional veggies.
- Place the filled garlic bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake until the bread is toasted and cheese is melted, according to garlic bread package instructions.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
how to serve Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls
Serve one bread bowl per person on a plate. Add a small salad or steamed veggies on the side. Eat with a fork and use the bread edges to soak up sauce.
how to store Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls
Cool to room temperature. Wrap tight in foil or place in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until hot and the cheese melts.
tips to make Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls
- Hollow the bread carefully to leave a solid edge so it holds the pasta.
- Drain spaghetti well so it does not make the bread soggy.
- Use a little extra cheese to help seal the top and keep pasta warm.
- If using veggies, sauté them first so they are cooked through.
- Watch the bake time on the garlic bread package to avoid burning.
variation (if any)
- Use different sauces: pesto, Alfredo, or a meat sauce.
- Try different cheeses: cheddar, provolone, or a blend.
- Make mini bowls with small rolls for appetizers.
- Add cooked ground beef, sausage, or chicken for more protein.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen garlic bread?
A: Yes. Follow the package for bake time and use it as directed.
Q: Will the bread get soggy?
A: If you drain pasta well and do not overfill, the bread will stay firm. Bake until slightly crisp.
Q: Can I make these ahead?
A: You can assemble and chill them, then bake before serving. Reheat in the oven for best texture.
Q: Are these good for kids?
A: Yes. Kids often like the bread and pasta together and can eat with a fork.
Conclusion
For a similar take on bread bowls with pasta, see Bread Bowl Spaghetti – I Am Homesteader.
If you want another step-by-step version, try Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls | Don’t Go Bacon My Heart.
For a garlic butter twist, look at Garlic Butter Spaghetti Bowls – Cooking with Katie Cross.
For a cheesy bread boat idea, check Cheesy Garlic Bread Spaghetti Bread Boats.
For another simple recipe version, visit Spaghetti Garlic Bread – Lou Lou Girls.
Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 loaf loaf of garlic bread Choose frozen or fresh garlic bread.
- 8 oz spaghetti Or any pasta of your choice.
- 2 cups pasta sauce (marinara, alfredo, etc.) Use your favorite sauce.
- 1 cup grated cheese (mozzarella or parmesan) Feel free to mix cheeses.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to your preference.
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup optional veggies (spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, etc.) Sauté before adding for best texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven according to garlic bread package instructions.
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked spaghetti with pasta sauce and toss to coat.
- Cut the garlic bread loaf in half lengthwise and hollow out the insides to create bowls.
- Fill each garlic bread bowl with the spaghetti mixture.
- Top with cheese and any optional veggies.
- Place the filled garlic bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake until the bread is toasted and cheese is melted, according to garlic bread package instructions.
- Serve warm and enjoy!