Spooky Halloween Spaghetti and Cheese Stuffed Meatballs
Spooky Halloween Spaghetti and Cheese Stuffed Meatballs is the ultimate festive dish for your Halloween gatherings. This fun twist on classic spaghetti and meatballs features juicy beef meatballs filled with gooey mozzarella, served over a bed of marinara-tossed spaghetti. The vibrant colors and playful presentation, complete with spooky decorations like candy eyes or sliced olives, make it a hit among kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this dish promises smiles and satisfied appetites. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for cooks of all levels looking to impress guests or get the family excited about dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- ½ lb (225 g) ground beef
- ¾ cup fresh breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8–10 small mozzarella cubes (about ½ inch each) for stuffing
- 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Optional: sliced black olives or edible candy eyes for spooky decoration
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form mixture into 8–10 meatballs, placing mozzarella cubes in the center of each.
- Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat; brown meatballs on all sides (2-3 minutes each).
- Pour marinara sauce over meatballs; cover and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and toss with some marinara sauce.
- Serve spaghetti topped with meatballs and extra sauce; garnish with fresh basil and spooky decorations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg