Description
Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls are a delightful fusion of comfort food and fun presentation. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe features savory spaghetti served in warm, crispy garlic bread bowls topped with melted cheese. Each bite is an explosion of flavors from the rich beef sauce, fresh herbs, and gooey mozzarella. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also invites customization with your favorite veggies or proteins. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night in or entertaining guests, these hearty pasta bowls are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g spaghetti
- 500g ground beef (12% fat)
- 6 crusty white rolls
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 5 garlic cloves (2 minced, 3 as paste)
- 500g tomato passata
- 240ml beef stock
- 200g mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil and parsley
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until golden brown. Stir in minced garlic for another minute.
- Add ground beef, cooking until browned. Pour in red wine and let it reduce slightly.
- Stir in tomato passata, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, basil, oregano, sugar, and seasonings. Simmer for about 25 minutes until thickened.
- Meanwhile, hollow out the bread rolls and mix melted butter with garlic paste and parsley; brush inside and outside of rolls.
- Boil spaghetti until al dente; drain and mix with sauce.
- Fill bread bowls with spaghetti mixture, top with extra sauce and shredded mozzarella.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 garlic bread bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg