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Eyeball Pasta

Spooky Eyeball Pasta: A Fun Family Dinner for Halloween

Eyeball Pasta transforms dinner into a spooky adventure, perfect for Halloween fun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Opt for Italian seasoned breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder is a convenient alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Dried parsley will suffice in a pinch.
  • 1 large Egg, beaten A flax egg works for a vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular salt can be used but adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper White pepper can serve as a milder option.
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti Any pasta works, including gluten-free options if needed.
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Substitute with homemade tomato sauce or basil pesto.
For the Eyeballs
  • 12 ounces Ciliegine, cut into rounds Substitute with mozzarella balls for a similar effect.
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives, sliced Feel free to use olives of your choice or omit.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large pot
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Eyeball Pasta
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
  3. Form meatballs about the size of golf balls and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for about 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. While meatballs are baking, boil a pot of salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Warm the marinara sauce over medium heat until hot and bubbling.
  7. Plate spaghetti, layer with warm marinara sauce, and add baked meatballs on top.
  8. Garnish each meatball with ciliegine and a slice of black olive to complete the 'eyeball' look.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Consider alternatives like ground turkey for a lighter meal. Prepare meatballs in advance for a speedy dinner on Halloween!

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