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Spooky Halloween Pasta

This fun and festive Halloween pasta features long, al dente spaghetti coated in a rich tomato sauce, topped with mozzarella 'eyeballs' and vibrant pupils to create a spooky, playful dish. The assembly involves simple techniques like boiling, sautéing, and gentle shaping, resulting in a dish with a combination of tender pasta, gooey cheese, and colorful, spooky toppings that appeal to both kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g spaghetti or fettuccine long, slender pasta
  • 2 cups tomato sauce rich and flavorful
  • 200 g fresh mozzarella balls for eyeballs
  • 1 cup black olives or cherry tomatoes for pupils
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste chopped herbs and chili flakes for garnish and flavor

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Small spoon or melon baller
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, then add the pasta and cook until just al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, and add the minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent, filling the kitchen with a savory aroma.
  3. Pour in the tomato sauce and add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce slightly. Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened and bubbling, creating a rich, fragrant base.
  4. Use a small spoon or melon baller to gently shape mozzarella into two large 'eyeballs' and nestle them into the sauce, pressing lightly so they stay in place.
  5. Add black olives or cherry tomatoes as pupils by pressing them gently into the mozzarella, creating spooky, colorful eyes.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, stirring gently to coat each strand evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through and well coated.
  7. Sprinkle chopped herbs and chili flakes over the top for a burst of fresh flavor and a touch of heat, adding vibrant color and spice.
  8. Arrange the mozzarella 'eyeballs' and pupils on the pasta for a spooky, playful presentation. Serve immediately while the cheese is gooey and the sauce is bubbling.

Notes

Ensure pasta is slightly undercooked so it finishes absorbing flavor in the sauce. Handle mozzarella gently to maintain the eyeball shape. Use fresh ingredients for the best visual and flavor impact.