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Spaghetti Garlic Bread: A Delicious and Easy Recipe

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This Spaghetti Garlic Bread recipe combines perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti tossed in a garlic-infused olive oil sauce with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, served alongside crispy, buttery garlic bread baked to golden perfection. It’s a comforting, flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to please pasta and garlic bread lovers alike.

Ingredients

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Spaghetti and Sauce

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 4 quarts water
  • 2 tablespoons salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Garlic Bread

  • 1 loaf Italian bread, about 24 inches long
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for extra garlic flavor)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil Water and Salt: In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of salt to season the water thoroughly before cooking the pasta.
  2. Cook Spaghetti: Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and stir immediately to prevent sticking. Cook according to package directions for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  3. Drain Pasta: Drain the spaghetti using a colander and set aside while you prepare the sauce.
  4. Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using. Sauté gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Toss Spaghetti in Garlic Oil: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss well to coat the strands evenly. Pour in about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water, tossing again. Add more pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, to reach your desired sauce consistency.
  6. Add Parsley and Cheese: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
  7. Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and optional garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper and mix thoroughly to create a flavorful garlic butter spread.
  8. Slice Bread: Slice the Italian bread lengthwise into two long halves with cut sides facing up.
  9. Spread Garlic Butter: Generously spread the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of both bread halves.
  10. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the garlic bread.
  11. Bake Garlic Bread: Arrange the garlic bread halves on a baking sheet, cut-side up. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the bread turns golden brown and the garlic butter melts and bubbles.
  12. Broil for Crispiness: Switch the oven to broil and broil the bread for an extra 1-2 minutes to achieve a crispy top. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  13. Cool and Slice Bread: Remove the garlic bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Then slice into individual servings.
  14. Plate the Spaghetti: Divide the garlic oil spaghetti among individual serving plates.
  15. Garnish Spaghetti: Sprinkle extra grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of fresh parsley over the plated spaghetti, if desired.
  16. Serve: Serve the spaghetti immediately alongside the warm, crispy, garlicky bread for a delicious, satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Reserving pasta water helps thin the sauce and allows it to coat the spaghetti evenly.
  • Adjust garlic and red pepper flakes amount to control heat and garlic intensity.
  • Use fresh parsley for the best flavor and color, but dried parsley can be a substitute if needed.
  • Broiling the garlic bread at the end ensures a perfectly crispy crust without drying out the inside.
  • For extra cheesy bread, sprinkle additional Parmesan before baking.
  • Italian bread can be substituted with French baguette or ciabatta for similar results.

Keywords: Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Italian Recipe, Pasta, Garlic Butter Bread, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food

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