Spooky Spaghetti & Eyeballs
Dive into the Halloween spirit with our Spooky Spaghetti & Eyeballs, a whimsical dish that transforms classic comfort food into a thrilling feast! This playful take on spaghetti and meatballs will delight both kids and adults alike, making it perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. With savory beef meatballs cleverly disguised as “eyeballs” topped with provolone cheese and black olives, this dish not only excites the palate but also sparks creativity in the kitchen. In just a flash—20 minutes of prep—you’ll have a memorable meal that’s easy enough for busy weeknights yet special enough for Halloween parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 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 oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, parsley flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Roll mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Top each meatball with provolone cheese and an olive slice; return to oven for 2-3 minutes to melt cheese.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and mix with marinara sauce.
- Serve spaghetti topped with eyeball meatballs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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