Spaghetti & Stuffed Mozzarella Garlic Bread Recipe
This Spaghetti Stuffed Garlic Bread is a fun family supper that is simple to prepare and adds fresh life to a classic dish. This is an excellent activity for getting the kids engaged in assembly while also having fun in the kitchen!
Yield: 6
Materials
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 loaf of French bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cut the loaf of French bread in half lengthwise.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture over the bread halves.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the bread halves.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, until the bread is crispy and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the saucepan and toss to coat with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the bread from the oven and top each half with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Return the bread to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cut the bread into slices and serve alongside the spaghetti.