Spaghetti Sandwich

This spaghetti sandwich combines leftover spaghetti with the perfect balance of seasonings and tons of melted cheese. Then all of that deliciousness gets sandwiched between two buttery slices of bread. Between the irresistible crunch, savory meat sauce, and tender spaghetti noodles, you'll have a hard time not falling in love with this sandwich!

The Best Spaghetti Sandwich

If you've never heard of a spaghetti sandwich before, then get ready to have your mind blown.

This sandwich has all the flavors of your typical spaghetti dinner, but it's layered between two slices of buttery toasted bread. It's basically the stuff you love about those types of dinners, just in sandwich form.

Plus, it's so, so easy to make. In fact, all you need are a handful of ingredients to make it, and the whole process boils down to following just 4 simple steps.

Now, while this spaghetti grilled cheese recipe is delicious on its own, it's even more delicious with some tasty sides. I love serving it with this classic house salad or these oven baked meatballs.

Why This Recipe Works

It's easy to make. All you have to do is butter the bread slices, pile on the pasta and cheese, then toast it just as you would a classic grilled cheese. It's effortless!

The perfect sandwich. Between the buttery toast, meat sauce, melty cheese, and perfectly cooked spaghetti noodles, there's a lot to love about this sandwich. It's just deliciousness on top of deliciousness.

Versatile. This spaghetti sandwich works equally well as a hearty lunch or main course, so you'll always have an excuse to make it!

Simple ingredients. You only need a handful of basic ingredients to make these spaghetti sandwiches, but everything combines so well. The results are simply incredible.

Ingredients

As I just mentioned, the ingredient list for this spaghetti sandwich recipe is super simple. So long as you have some leftover spaghetti, you're well on your way to making these delicious sandwiches!

Anyway, here's everything you'll need:

• 4 large slices of Italian bread or 8 smaller slices
• 4 tbsp. butter
• 2 cups leftover spaghetti with meat sauce
• 1 cup shredded mix cheese
• 4 slices mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp. oregano
• ½ tsp. thyme

By the way, if you don't have leftover spaghetti, you should make this spaghetti casserole for dinner. That way, you can use the leftovers to make these sandwiches!

How To Make Spaghetti Sandwich

1. Make the herb butter: In a small bowl, stir together the butter, garlic, oregano and thyme. Spread the butter evenly on the outside of each piece of bread.

2. Assemble the sandwiches: Flip over half of the bread slices so they’re butter side down. Place 2 slices of mozzarella cheese on top of the bread, followed by some leftover pasta, and top everything with some spaghetti sauce and shredded cheese. Lastly, add another slice of bread, butter side up on top of the spaghetti.

3. Toast the sandwiches: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place the spaghetti sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes or until they're golden brown. Carefully give the sandwiches a flip and continue to cook another 2-3 minutes - until the second side is brown and the cheese is melted.

4. Serve: When the sandwiches are finished toasting, remove them from the heat and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Use garlic bread for even more flavor. If you don't have garlic bread, you can make it super easily. Just add a clove of minced garlic - or some garlic powder - to the butter and herbs before brushing it on the bread.
• Experiment with adding ingredients like freshly grated parmesan cheese, fresh basil, Italian seasoning, or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
• Make homemade marinara sauce with cooked ground beef to really take these sandwiches up a notch.
• Cover the skillet as the bread toasts so the inside gets fully cooked without burning the bread.
• Use different types of bread, like white bread, thick-cut brioche, or garlic toast, to switch up the flavor.
• If you're making fresh spaghetti for your spaghetti sandwiches, remember to let the spaghetti noodles cool in the fridge before adding them to your sandwich. Otherwise, they'll make the bread soggy.

How To Store Spaghetti Sandwich

In the fridge: Store any leftover spaghetti sandwiches in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

In the freezer: Allow your leftover spaghetti sandwiches to cool completely, then wrap them in foil and store them in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

Reheating: Transfer your leftovers to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake them at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until fully warmed. Add extra time for frozen sandwiches.

FAQS About This Spaghetti Sandwich Recipe

Who invented spaghetti sandwich?

The spaghetti sandwich was supposedly invented by a New York restaurant owner, Hugue Dufour. However, it also is a popular Australian sandwich known as the spaghetti jaffle. With that being said, it's tough to pin down who its original creator was.

What is a spaghetti jaffle?

Spaghetti jaffle is a traditional Australian sandwich that's become popular in Japan as well. It's made of spaghetti piled high in a bread roll - or between sliced bread - and toasted with butter, grated cheese, and a tomato-based sauce.

What can I serve with spaghetti sandwiches?

They're perfect to serve with this La Scala chopped salad, zucchini tomato casserole, or dump and bake meatball casserole.

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