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Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls

Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls That Will Warm Your Heart

Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls are a comforting dish that combines crispy garlic bread and savory spaghetti, evoking memories of family dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for cooking; substitute with vegetable oil if desired.
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced; adds sweetness and depth to the sauce.
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely diced; enhances flavor and aroma.
  • 3 cloves Garlic made into paste for garlic butter.
  • 500 g Ground beef provides a hearty base, can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato puree thickens and enriches the sauce.
  • 80 ml Red wine adds depth and character; omit if cooking alcohol-free.
  • 500 g Tomato passata forms the sauce base and adds classic Italian flavor.
  • 240 ml Beef stock adds richness, can use vegetable stock for a lighter version.
  • ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce brings out umami flavors.
  • ½ bunch Fresh basil chopped; adds a freshness boost.
  • ½ teaspoon Dried oregano contributes an earthy flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Sugar balances acidity in the sauce.
  • 20 g Parmesan cheese freshly grated for sauce; enhances richness.
For the Pasta and Rolls
  • 200 g Spaghetti the main pasta component; can use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • 6 rolls Crusty rolls choose rolls that are firm and sound hollow when tapped.
For the Garlic Butter and Topping
  • 100 g Butter melted; for the garlic bread elements.
  • 30 g Parmesan cheese for butter; enhances garlic butter flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley finely chopped; adds a touch of freshness.
  • 200 g Mozzarella cheese shredded; for topping.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • baking sheet
  • Small bowl
  • Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Stir in the minced garlic and ground beef, browning the meat for about 5–7 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of tomato puree, followed by 80ml of red wine, allowing it to reduce for about 2–3 minutes. Next, pour in 500g of tomato passata, 240ml of beef stock, and ½ tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, then sprinkle in the dried oregano and sugar. Let it simmer on low for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  2. While the sauce is simmering, prepare the crusty rolls. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Carefully cut the tops off 6 white rolls and hollow out the centers, making sure to save the removed bread to create breadcrumbs later. The rolls should sound hollow when tapped. Spread the extracted bread on a baking sheet to dry out slightly while you make the garlic butter.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic paste made from 3 cloves of garlic, 30g of grated parmesan, and finely chopped parsley. Mix well until fully combined. Use a brush to generously coat the inside and outside of the hollowed-out rolls with this fragrant garlic butter.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 200g of spaghetti and cook for about 8–10 minutes, or until al dente. Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Toss the hot spaghetti into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust the consistency.
  5. Carefully fill each hollowed roll with the spaghetti and sauce mixture, using a spoon to pack it tightly. Mound the spaghetti slightly over the edges of the rolls for an inviting presentation.
  6. Place the filled rolls on a baking sheet and top each with 200g of shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  7. Remove the spaghetti garlic bread bowls from the oven and let them cool for 2–3 minutes before serving. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store any leftover spaghetti garlic bread bowls in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can freeze the filled rolls before baking for up to 2 months.

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