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Spooky Spaghetti and Cheese Stuffed Meatballs

Spooky Spaghetti and Cheese Stuffed Meatballs for Halloween Fun

Enjoy a fun Halloween twist with Spooky Spaghetti and Cheese Stuffed Meatballs, a crowd-pleasing family meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or plant-based meat
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for accessibility
  • 1 Egg A flax egg serves as a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Cheese (Mozzarella) Swap for cheddar or Monterey Jack for different flavors
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Consider adding fresh garlic or herbs for extra flavor
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti Cook until al dente

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix until just blended.
  2. Take a scoop of the meat mixture, flatten it, place a cube of cheese in the center, and roll into a ball.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake meatballs for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Boil salted water, add spaghetti, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  5. In a serving dish, layer spaghetti, top with meatballs, and spoon marinara sauce over them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat gently to maintain moisture.

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