Description
Spooky Spaghetti & Eyeballs is a playful and delicious dish perfect for Halloween celebrations. This whimsical take on spaghetti and meatballs features flavorful beef meatballs that resemble creepy eyeballs, complete with provolone cheese and black olive accents. It’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the taste buds, making it an excellent choice for family dinners, parties, or themed gatherings. With easy preparation and a total cooking time of just 40 minutes, you can create a memorable meal that will keep both kids and adults entertained at the table. Get ready to serve up some spooky fun this Halloween!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon parsley flakes
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
- 2.25 ounces canned sliced black olives
- 16 ounces dried spaghetti
- 16 ounces marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, parsley flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper; mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cut provolone cheese into circles using a cookie cutter.
- Once meatballs are cooked, place a provolone circle on each meatball followed by an olive slice on top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese melts slightly.
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions and heat marinara sauce in another pot.
- Combine spaghetti with marinara sauce and serve topped with meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs or spices into the meatball mixture. Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Experiment with different pasta shapes or sauces to suit your family's tastes.