Follow these steps for perfect results
Hot Dog Bread
Slit horizontally
Spaghetti Pasta
Cooked al dente
Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce
Mozzarella cheese
Shredded
Cheddar cheese
Shredded
Garlic Butter
Softened
Garlic
Grated
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt
Prepare tomato basil pasta sauce (store-bought or homemade).
Cook spaghetti pasta in boiling salted water until al dente.
Drain pasta and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Sauté grated garlic in olive oil in a pan.
Add cooked spaghetti and tomato basil pasta sauce to the pan and stir well.
Slit hot dog bread horizontally and spread with garlic butter.
Toast bread halves on a griddle until golden brown and crisp.
Combine cheddar and mozzarella cheese in a bowl.
Place spaghetti on the lower half of the bread.
Top with cheese.
Cover with the other half of the bread.
Microwave for 1 minute to melt the cheese.
Serve warm.
Expert advice for the best results
Add some cooked vegetables to the spaghetti for extra nutrients.
Use different types of cheese for a more complex flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 mins
Pasta sauce can be made ahead.
Serve the sandwich cut in half on a plate.
Serve with a side salad.
Pair with French Onion Soup.
Pairs well with tomato-based dishes.
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