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Spaghetti Garlic Bread

Spaghetti Garlic Bread: A Cozy Dinner You'll Crave Every Night

Spaghetti Garlic Bread is a vegetarian dish that combines tender spaghetti with rich garlic butter sauce and crispy garlic bread for an extraordinary weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spaghetti
  • 12 oz Spaghetti use whole wheat or gluten-free versions for a healthier option
  • 4 quarts Water for boiling
  • 1 tbsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil substitute with avocado oil for a lighter flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, use fresh for best aroma
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional, add to taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, swap for basil if preferred
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated, use nutritional yeast for vegan option
For the Garlic Bread
  • 1 loaf Italian Bread fresh and crusty
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened, use vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder optional, use sparingly
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot, add salt, and cook spaghetti according to package instructions for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low, sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, toss to coat with garlic, gradually pour in reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is reached.
  4. Stir in parsley and Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth for the garlic bread spread.
  6. Slice Italian bread lengthwise, spread garlic mixture on each half, and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake garlic bread for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  8. Slice garlic bread into pieces and serve with spaghetti, garnished with additional Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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