Description
As autumn unfolds, it’s time to get into the Halloween spirit with these ten hauntingly delicious dishes. From creepy pasta to ghostly desserts, each recipe is designed to thrill your taste buds and add a festive flair to your gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these spooky treats will not only satisfy your cravings but also create lasting memories filled with laughter and delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or veggie)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and toss with olive oil.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer until bubbly.
- Layer cooked pasta in a baking dish, pour over the meat sauce mixture, and top generously with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Serve immediately with spooky garnishes like black olives as 'spider eyes.'
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg