Description
Rich Spooky Spaghetti & Cheesy Monster Meatballs is the ultimate Halloween dish that brings fun and flavor to your table. Picture vibrant red marinara covering perfectly cooked spaghetti, accompanied by monster-shaped meatballs filled with gooey mozzarella. This dish is not only a treat for the eyes but also a delight for the palate, making it an exciting addition to any Halloween celebration. Whether you’re hosting a spooky dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this recipe promises to create unforgettable memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, pressing mozzarella cheese into each before sealing.
- Place meatballs on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, warm marinara sauce over medium heat and add baked meatballs to soak up flavors. Serve over spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg