Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of spaghetti, garlic, and cheesy bread bowls for a comforting and satisfying dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
– 8 oz spaghetti
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 4 small sourdough bread bowls
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the tomato sauce and toss to combine.
6. Cut the tops off the bread bowls and hollow out the insides, leaving about a 1/2-inch shell.
7. Spoon the spaghetti mixture into the bread bowls, then top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Place the stuffed bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a more indulgent version, you can add cooked Italian sausage or ground beef to the spaghetti mixture. The bread bowls can also be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: Italian