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Spooky Spaghetti & Eyeballs

A fun, Halloween-themed take on traditional spaghetti and meatballs designed especially for kids, featuring meatballs shaped like eyeballs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Helps bind the meatballs and add texture.
  • 2 large eggs Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds moisture and richness.
  • 1 tablespoon parsley flakes For a pop of color and fresh flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder Enhances the savory taste.
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder Adds depth to the flavor profile.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper Adds a subtle kick.
  • 8 ounces sliced provolone cheese Mimics an eyeball’s white part.
  • 2.25 ounces canned sliced black olives Creates creepy pupils.
  • 16 ounces dried spaghetti Classic pasta base.
  • 16 ounces marinara Ties all the flavors together.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, olive oil, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until everything is thoroughly blended.
  3. Roll the mixture into 2-inch wide balls and place them onto your prepared baking sheet, ensuring there’s about ½ inch of space between each meatball.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until they are golden brown on top and fully cooked through.
  5. Once baked, cut slices of provolone cheese into 1-inch circles and place one circle on top of each meatball followed by a slice of black olive.
  6. While the meatballs are baking, cook your spaghetti according to package instructions in boiling water until al dente; drain well before tossing with heated marinara sauce before serving with the creepy meatballs on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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