Description
Indulge in the delicious fusion of Spaghetti and Garlic Bread with these Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy night in, this recipe combines the comforting flavors of pasta and garlic butter in a delightful bread bowl.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups cooked spaghetti
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add yeast mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for about an hour until it doubles in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into equal pieces. Shape into bowls, brush with garlic butter, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Fill each baked bowl with cooked spaghetti and marinara sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftover bowls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven to restore crispy texture.
- Feel free to use store-bought bread bowls for convenience.
- Experiment with different sauces like alfredo, pesto, or creamy mushroom.
- Unbaked dough can be frozen for later use; bake from frozen, adding time as necessary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg