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Spooky Spaghetti and Stuffed Meatballs for a Fang-tastic Feast

Spooky Spaghetti and Stuffed Meatballs for a Fun Feast!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A fun and spooky dish perfect for Halloween celebrations, featuring spaghetti and stuffed meatballs shaped like creepy creatures.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • Black olives for decoration
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes.
  5. While meatballs are baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan.
  6. Toss cooked spaghetti in the marinara sauce.
  7. Once meatballs are done, place them on top of the spaghetti.
  8. Decorate meatballs with black olives for eyes and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat.
  • Feel free to add more spices to the meatball mixture for extra flavor.
  • Serve with garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg