Can I Make This Recipe Ahead?

Absolutely! I do this all the time for parties. Cook the spaghetti a day ahead and toss it with just a teaspoon of olive oil to prevent sticking. Store it separately from the garlic oil mixture and sauce in the fridge. When you're ready, just reheat the spaghetti gently in the microwave, mix with the garlic oil, and assemble fresh. The bread bowls MUST be toasted right before serving though - nobody wants a sad, soggy bread bowl!

What Else Can I Add to the Filling?

Oh, the possibilities! My family's favorite additions are: Meatballs (the frozen kind work great in a pinch) Sautéed mushrooms (baby bellas add such rich flavor) Spinach (toss it in with the garlic at the end) Cooked Italian sausage crumbles Roasted red peppers for sweetness

Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls – Irresistible Comfort Food

Description

A delicious combination of spaghetti and garlic bread served in a bread bowl for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

4 large bread bowls
1 lb spaghetti
1/4 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Boil spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain.
Heat olive oil in a pan, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
Add cooked spaghetti to the pan, toss with garlic oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread butter inside each bread bowl and toast in the oven for 5 minutes.
Fill bread bowls with spaghetti, top with marinara sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan.
Bake for 10 minutes until cheese melts. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Use fresh bread bowls for the best texture.
Adjust garlic to taste.
Add meat or vegetables if desired.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American