Description
Spaghetti with Mozzarella Eyeballs is a delightfully spooky and delicious pasta dish that’s perfect for Halloween. Tender spaghetti noodles are tossed with a savory tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella “eyeballs” made by stuffing black olives into fresh mozzarella balls. This easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it a quick and creepy-cute addition to any Halloween menu.
Ingredients
– 12 ounces spaghetti noodles
– 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
– 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch balls
– 24 black olive slices
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cooked spaghetti and marinara sauce. Toss to coat the noodles evenly.
3. For the “eyeballs”, gently press a black olive slice into the center of each mozzarella ball to create the “pupil”.
4. Arrange the spaghetti on a serving platter and top with the mozzarella eyeballs. Sprinkle with dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy this spooky and delicious Halloween pasta dish!
Notes
- – Use pre-shredded mozzarella cheese if you prefer a quicker assembly.
- – For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Italian seasoning.
- – Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Pasta & Noodles
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian