Description
Transform your dinner into a thrilling Halloween experience with Spooky Spaghetti & Eyeballs. This whimsical twist on classic spaghetti and meatballs features juicy beef meatballs topped with gooey cheese βeyeballsβ nestled over a bed of perfectly cooked spaghetti. Itβs an irresistible, kid-friendly dish that will enchant both young and old at any festive gathering. With its playful presentation and rich flavors, this spooky meal is sure to be the highlight of your Halloween celebration, leaving everyone eager to come back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Β½ teaspoon salt
- ΒΌ 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 400Β°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, parsley flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Roll the mixture into 2-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cut provolone into 1-inch circles using a cookie cutter.
- Once meatballs are baked, place one cheese circle on each meatball and top with an olive slice. Return to oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts slightly.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; heat marinara sauce separately.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with marinara sauce and serve topped with the meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize spices or add vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition. For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based alternatives.