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Spooky Spaghetti and Cheese Stuffed Meatballs Recipe

Spooky Spaghetti and Cheese Stuffed Meatballs Recipe
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A fun and festive Halloween-inspired dish featuring juicy spaghetti and marinara-coated cheese-stuffed meatballs decorated with black olive ‘eyes’ for a spooky touch. This recipe combines classic Italian flavors with a creative presentation, perfect for a themed dinner party or family meal.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed

For the Spaghetti:

  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Black olives, sliced (for creating ‘eyes’ on meatballs)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs.
  2. Make Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Form Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs: Take a small portion of the meat mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place one cube of mozzarella cheese in the center, then carefully mold the meat around the cheese, rolling it into a ball shape. Repeat this process for all the meat mixture.
  4. Bake Meatballs: Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the meatballs are fully cooked through and have a golden exterior.
  5. Cook Spaghetti: While the meatballs bake, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  6. Prepare Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Pour in the marinara sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  7. Toss Spaghetti in Sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss well, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated with the marinara sauce.
  8. Assemble and Garnish: Serve the sauced spaghetti on plates, top with the cheese-stuffed meatballs. Add black olive slices to the meatballs to create spooky ‘eyes’. Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the dish to add color and aroma.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for beef for a leaner option.
  • Make sure to seal the cheese completely inside the meatballs to prevent leaking during baking.
  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if you want to make the recipe gluten-free.
  • Leftover meatballs can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce will add a little heat if desired.

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Keywords: spaghetti, meatballs, stuffed meatballs, cheese stuffed, Halloween recipe, spooky food, mozzarella, marinara sauce

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