Description

Spooky Spaghetti & Eyeballs is a whimsical Halloween dish that will enchant both kids and adults. This playful take on classic spaghetti and meatballs features eye-catching meatball ‘eyeballs’ that are easy to make and delicious to eat. With rich flavors from seasoned ground beef and a vibrant marinara sauce, this dish not only serves as a fantastic centerpiece for your Halloween gathering but also makes a delightful family dinner throughout the year. Perfect for sharing, this recipe serves eight, ensuring there’s plenty for everyone to enjoy.

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
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces dried spaghetti
16 ounces marinara sauce
8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
2.25 ounces canned sliced black olives

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, parsley flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Roll 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.
While baking, cut provolone cheese into circles and assemble eyeballs with cheese circles and olives on top after removing meatballs from the oven.
Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese slightly.
Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and mix with warmed marinara sauce before serving topped with eyeball meatballs.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 260g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped onions or bell peppers into the meatball mixture. To customize, substitute ground beef with turkey or use different cheeses like mozzarella.