Spaghetti Grilled Cheese

The ultimate carb-on-carb mashup! Crispy, buttery bread hugs a gooey, saucy spaghetti filling—comfort food heaven.

🍝 Ingredients (Makes 2 sandwiches)

1 cup leftover cooked spaghetti (with marinara or meat sauce)
4 slices thick bread (sourdough or Italian)
1 cup shredded mozzarella (or provolone + cheddar blend)
2 tbsp grated Parmesan
2 tbsp butter, softened
1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)

🔥 Instructions

1. Prep the Filling

Warm spaghetti slightly (if cold) and toss with extra Parmesan.

2. Build the Sandwich

Butter one side of each bread slice. Sprinkle with garlic powder if using.
On the unbuttered side, layer:
- Cheese → Spaghetti (pack tightly!) → More cheese → Bread (buttered side out).

3. Grill to Perfection

Heat a skillet over medium-low. Cook sandwiches 3-4 mins per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden and melty.

4. Serve

Slice and garnish with fresh herbs. Dip in extra warm marinara if desired.

💡 Pro Tips

✔ Extra crispy: Spread mayo on the bread instead of butter.
✔ Add protein: Mix in meatballs, pepperoni, or sautéed mushrooms.
✔ Air fryer method: Cook at 370°F (190°C) for 6-8 mins, flipping halfway.

Ooey-gooey, crunchy, and nostalgic—this is the grilled cheese upgrade you need! 🧀🍝

(Note: Leftover fettuccine Alfredo works great too!)