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Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls

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An inventive dish bringing together tender pasta, rich meat sauce, and gooey mozzarella, all encased in buttery garlic-infused bread.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 700

Ingredients
  

For the sauce
  • 500 g ground beef (12% fat) Can substitute with ground turkey or lentils.
  • 1 tablespoon tomato puree
  • 80 ml red wine
  • 500 g tomato passata
  • 240 ml beef stock
  • ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ bunch fresh basil, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 20 g freshly grated parmesan To stir into the sauce.
For the pasta and bread bowls
  • 200 g spaghetti
  • 6 pieces crusty white rolls For hollowing into bowls.
  • 100 g butter, melted For brushing on the rolls.
  • 30 g parmesan for butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped To mix into the garlic butter.
  • 3 cloves garlic, made into paste For the garlic butter.
  • 200 g mozzarella, shredded For topping the filled rolls.
For sautéing
  • 1 medium white onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by heating olive oil in a large skillet. Add the diced onion and cook until golden brown.
  2. Stir in the finely diced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Cooking the sauce
  1. Stir in the tomato puree, then pour in the red wine. Let it reduce for a few minutes.
  2. Add the tomato passata, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, and sugar. Season to taste.
  3. Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
  4. Just before removing from heat, stir in the grated parmesan.
Preparing the rolls and spaghetti
  1. While your sauce is thickening, cut the tops off the bread rolls and hollow out the inside gently to create bowls.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic paste, chopped parsley, and extra parmesan. Brush this mixture generously inside and outside of the rolls.
  3. In a large pot, boil water and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and immediately toss with the rich sauce to combine.
Filling and baking
  1. Spoon the spaghetti mixture into each hollowed-out roll, ensuring some sauce sits on top.
  2. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over each filled roll.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the rolls on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted. For an extra touch, broil for a minute to brown the cheese slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

These bowls are best served warm right out of the oven. Pair with a light side salad or a glass of red wine. If you have leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days.
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