Spaghetti-Stuffed Subs with Garlic Bread and Cheese (Print version)

Saucy spaghetti tucked into garlic-buttered sub rolls, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan, then baked until crisp and melty.

# Ingredients:

For the spaghetti filling

01 - 8 oz (225 g) dried spaghetti
02 - 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) marinara sauce
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta water
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

For the garlic bread subs

06 - 4 sturdy sub rolls or hoagie rolls
07 - 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter, melted
08 - 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
10 - 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 cup (115 g) shredded mozzarella cheese

# Instructions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti 1 minute shy of al dente, then drain well.
02 - Return the spaghetti to the warm pot. Add marinara, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss until the noodles are evenly coated.
03 - Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice each roll lengthwise without cutting all the way through, then place the opened rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
04 - Stir the melted butter with the minced garlic and 1 tablespoon parsley. Brush the mixture over the inside and cut edges of each roll.
05 - Use tongs to divide the sauced spaghetti among the rolls. Sprinkle Parmesan over the pasta, then top with mozzarella.
06 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the rolls are toasted at the edges and the cheese is melted. Finish with the remaining parsley and serve hot.

# Good to know:

01 - Serve right after baking for the crispiest bread and stretchiest cheese.
02 - Leftover spaghetti can be used if it is not overly sauced.
03 - Extra warm marinara is useful for dipping.