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Spooky Eyeball Pasta Bake

Delicious Spooky Eyeball Pasta Bake for Halloween Fun

Enjoy the Spooky Eyeball Pasta Bake, a crowd-pleaser that brings festive fun to your Halloween dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Short Pasta Can swap for gluten-free pasta
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with cheddar
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade elevates the taste
For the Eyeballs
  • 12 ounces Meatballs Beef, turkey, or plant-based options
  • ½ cup Black Olives Sliced in half for spooky eyeball effect
For the Garnish
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil Optional garnish for freshness

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking dish.
  2. Cook the short pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
  3. Combine the drained pasta with marinara sauce and half of the mozzarella cheese in a bowl.
  4. Pour the pasta mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  5. Place cooked meatballs on top, pressing a half olive into each meatball to create eyeballs.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Cool for 5-10 minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat as necessary.

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