Spaghetti Garlic Bread Sandwich

Name: Spaghetti Garlic Bread Sandwich with Pepperoni
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups leftover spaghetti with meat sauce, warmed; 2 slices Texas toast garlic bread; 12 slices pepperoni; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

This spaghetti garlic bread sandwich layers warm leftover spaghetti with meat sauce, mozzarella, and crispy pepperoni between buttered garlic Texas toast—a clever way to transform dinner leftovers into a crispy, cheesy handheld meal.

🌍American 🏷️Spaghetti sandwich 🏷️Leftover spaghetti 🏷️Garlic bread 🏷️Pepperoni Mozzarella

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🏷️Cheesy

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Total

15 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 cups leftover spaghetti with meat sauce, warmed
2 slices Texas toast garlic bread
12 slices pepperoni
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

1
Place two slices of Texas toast and pepperoni slices on a foil-lined baking sheet.
2
Bake until the toast is golden brown and the pepperoni is crispy.
3
Pile the warmed leftover spaghetti onto one slice of the toasted garlic bread.
4
Top the spaghetti with the crispy pepperoni slices.
5
Add a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
6
Place the open-faced sandwich under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7
Remove from the broiler and place the second slice of toasted garlic bread on top to complete the sandwich.
8
Slice in half and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Warm the spaghetti gently before assembling so the cheese melts into the meat sauce, binding it together and preventing a dry sandwich.
Layer ingredients evenly between both bread slices to distribute flavors and ensure the pepperoni crisps evenly as it cooks.
Press the sandwich gently in the skillet with a spatula to fuse layers, melt cheese, and crisp the pepperoni without flattening it.
Use medium heat and butter both the outside of the bread for a golden, crispy crust while the inside melts without burning.

Substitutions

Texas toast → thick-cut white or sourdough bread (toast lightly first for structural support)
Mozzarella → provolone or Italian cheese blend (same amount)
Pepperoni → Italian sausage rounds or bacon (crisps similarly)

Storage & make-ahead

Store assembled sandwich components separately in the refrigerator up to 3 days; assemble and cook fresh. Leftover cooked sandwich can be wrapped and refrigerated 1 day; reheat gently in a skillet over low heat.

Common Questions

Can I use fresh spaghetti instead of leftover?

Yes, cook fresh spaghetti with meat sauce and warm it before assembling. The recipe works best with saucy spaghetti that holds together.

How do I keep the sandwich from getting soggy?

Use sturdy Texas toast garlic bread, which resists soaking. Warm the spaghetti but don't oversaturate it with sauce. Toast or butter the bread well to create a barrier.

Can I make this ahead?

Assemble just before cooking for best texture. Leftover spaghetti and pepperoni can be prepped separately and refrigerated up to 3 days.

What's the best way to cook it?

Pan-fry in a skillet over medium heat with butter until the bread is golden and crispy (about 3–4 minutes per side), pressing gently. This melts the cheese and crisps the pepperoni.