Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf is the ultimate comfort food mash-up your family didn’t know they needed. Imagine a crispy garlic cob loaf overflowing with rich, cheesy spaghetti bolognese. It’s the kind of dinner that every family member will happily devour without complaint. Even better? It takes less than 30 minutes to make. SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY.
If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if you combined two family favourites into one epic meal, Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf is your answer. It’s everything you love about classic spaghetti bolognese, tucked inside a buttery, garlic-crusted cob loaf for the ultimate family dinner.
Hands up if spaghetti is a regular on your weekly meal rotation? Same. It’s been a staple in our house for more than 20 years. So next time spaghetti bolognese is on the menu, give this fun twist a go. It’s cheesy, comforting, guaranteed to impress, and on the table in just 30 minutes.
Yes, You Can Pack Nutrition into a Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf
Because time is of the essence, we’re reaching for a jar of pasta sauce and we’re going to sneak a little extra veg in (you could even add grated zucchini) because we are clever veggie smuggling ninjas. #takethatkids
Spaghetti garlic cob loaf recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cob loaf (Bakers Delight Continental French Cob is perfect!)
- 3 tablespoons spreadable butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 brown onion, diced
- 500g beef mince
- 1 carrot, grated
- 400g spaghetti
- 500g pasta sauce of your choice
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese to serve (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves to serve (optional)
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper and set aside. Slice the top off the cob loaf and pull the bread out of the middle to make a bowl. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil. Cut the top of the cob into quarters and add to the rest of the pulled bread.
2. In a small bowl combine the melted butter, crushed garlic and the parsley to make a quick garlic butter. Pour over the bread pieces and brush any remaining over the inside of the cob loaf.
3. Put the bread pieces on the baking tray (but not the cob!) and bake for 10 minutes. Meanwhile in a large frying pan heat a glug of olive oil over medium heat and add the onion. Cook for a few minutes until soft.
4. Add the beef mince and grated carrot to the frying pan. Using a wooden spoon, break up the mince as it cooks. Cook until browned.
5. Tip the pasta sauce into the frying pan, stir through and reduce the heat to a simmer. Allow to simmer until heated through.
6. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti for 10 minutes and add the cob loaf to the baking tray of bread. Bake the cob loaf and bread for another 10 minutes. Remove from the oven.
7. Mix drained spaghetti through the sauce in the frying pan and add some fresh basil if using. Carefully fill the cob loaf with the spaghetti (use a pair of tongs), piling it high!
8. Place the spaghetti cob loaf on a plate or board to serve. Arrange the garlic bread pieces around it. Finally, add some extra fresh basil and grated parmesan (if using). Congratulations, call the troops to the table, dinner is DONE!
We love cob loaf recipes here at Mum Central and as a result, we’re going to keep the cob loaf recipes coming! While you wait though, for even more cob loaf inspo, check out our round up of cob loaf dip recipes!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I make Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the spaghetti bolognese filling a day in advance and store it in the fridge. When you’re ready to serve, simply reheat the filling, bake the cob loaf and assemble everything just before serving for the best texture.
2. What type of cob loaf works best for Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf?
A round, crusty cob loaf with a soft centre works best. A traditional white cob loaf is perfect because it’s sturdy enough to hold the filling while staying crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
3. Can I add extra vegetables to Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf?
Absolutely! Grated carrot, zucchini, mushrooms, spinach or finely diced capsicum all blend beautifully into the sauce. It’s a simple way to sneak extra veggies into dinner without the kids noticing.
4. Can I freeze the spaghetti bolognese filling?
Yes. The bolognese filling freezes well for up to three months. Simply thaw it overnight in the fridge, reheat thoroughly and fill a freshly baked cob loaf when you’re ready to serve.
5. What can I serve with Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf?
Spaghetti Bolognese Cob Loaf is a meal on its own, but it also pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables or steamed broccoli to add extra freshness and balance to the meal.
