You know that any recipe that begins with a stick of butter is off to a good start. If you’re looking for an easy twist on spaghetti that’s incredibly kid-friendly, you’ve come to the right place.
Since I can remember, my Bubbie (Yiddish for grandmother) and my great uncle would prepare a special dish of spaghetti called “Bubbie’s Spaghetti.” I’m not sure where this recipe comes from, or if it’s just part of Jewish home cooking. I’ve informally asked around, and while some of my Jewish friends know about it, others had no clue what I was talking about. I think it might have originated during the Great Depression, as all the ingredients to make this dish are quite inexpensive.
You start off by melting a stick of butter in a saute pan and adding one small onion, thinly sliced. Cook the onion until it’s lightly caramelized. You could add a clove or two of garlic, but I don’t remember this being part of the original recipe.
Mix your cooked spaghetti with the sautéed onions, and here’s the best part. Add enough Campbell’s Tomato Soup to thoroughly coat the noodles. It’s key not to let them get too dry. Remember, the sauce is the star. Transfer the noodles to a baking dish and bake at 400° until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Super simple, right? Not only is it comforting on those cold nights, but it’s quick, easy and delicious! The best part? You probably have all of the ingredients you need to make this in your kitchen right now.
You can certainly personalize your Bubbie’s spaghetti by adding ground beef or turkey, sautéed mushrooms, sautéed green peppers, grated cheddar cheese, fresh basil, Sriracha, etc… the list goes on and on. I hope you find yourself turning to this recipe when you need a quick meal to take the edge off.
Do you have an off-the-beaten-path family recipe that goes way back? I would love to hear about it!