Spaghetti Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Welcome to a culinary adventure where Italian classics meet American comfort food! Today, we’re making a Spaghetti Grilled Cheese Sandwich. This unique fusion dish combines the rich flavors of Bolognese sauce, the satisfying texture of angel hair pasta, and the gooey goodness of mozzarella cheese, all nestled between crispy, buttery slices of Italian bread. Perfect for a hearty lunch or a comforting dinner, this sandwich is sure to impress. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

To create this delightful sandwich, you will need:

• 2 slices of soft Italian Bread
• 1 tablespoon of Butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 teaspoon of Basil, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of finely Grated Parmesan
• 1/2 cup of Bolognese Sauce
• 1 cup of Angel Hair Pasta
• 6 slices of Fresh Mozzarella Cheese

Directions

Preparing the Garlic Basil Butter

1. Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, chopped basil, and butter until well combined.
2. Spread on Bread: Spread this garlic basil butter mixture on one side of each slice of Italian bread.
3. Add Parmesan: Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of grated Parmesan on each buttered side of the bread.

Cooking the Pasta

4. Boil Water: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
5. Cook Pasta: Add the angel hair pasta and cook until al dente, following the package instructions. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
6. Drain and Mix: Drain the pasta and mix it with the Bolognese sauce until well coated.

Assembling the Sandwich

7. Layer Ingredients: Place one slice of bread, butter side down, in a skillet. Layer it with three slices of mozzarella cheese, the Bolognese pasta, and then top with the remaining three slices of mozzarella cheese. Finish with the second slice of bread, butter side up.
8. Cook Sandwich: Cook over medium-low heat. Cover the skillet and cook until the bottom slice is golden brown (about 5-6 minutes).
9. Flip and Finish: Carefully flip the sandwich and cook until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serving

10. Serve Hot: Once both sides are golden and the cheese is perfectly melted, remove the sandwich from the skillet and serve hot.

Cooking Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Calories: 580 kcal
• Servings: 1 sandwich

Conclusion

This Spaghetti Grilled Cheese Sandwich is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. Combining the comforting elements of pasta with the crispy, cheesy delight of a grilled cheese sandwich creates a dish that’s both nostalgic and innovative. Perfect for when you want to treat yourself to something special yet simple. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out!

Enjoy your culinary creation, and happy cooking!