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A golden brown loaf of Italian bread filled with saucy spaghetti and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Spaghetti Stuffed Garlic Bread

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Italian bread (12-inch)
  • 4 ounces dry spaghetti
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente; drain and return to pot.
  • Incorporate marinara sauce with the cooked spaghetti until evenly coated.
  • Using a serrated knife, cut a rectangular trough out of the top center of the bread loaf, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides and bottom.
  • In small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, oregano, and salt.
  • Brush the interior cavity of the bread with approximately half of the garlic butter mixture.
  • Transfer the sauced spaghetti into the bread cavity, compressing slightly to fit.
  • Distribute the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses evenly over the spaghetti filling.
  • Brush the exposed crust of the bread with the remaining garlic butter.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted and golden brown.