Description
Spooky Halloween Spaghetti is a delightfully eerie dish that transforms ordinary pasta into a haunted feast. With strands of spaghetti enveloped in a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic and herbs, this Spooky Halloween Spaghetti recipe captivates both the eyes and the palate. Topped with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, this ghoulish delight is perfect for Halloween gatherings or any spirited celebration. Surprise your guests with this whimsical meal that balances fun and flavor, making your Spooky Halloween Spaghetti a memorable addition to your holiday festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes (organic preferred)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes and red pepper flakes; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Drain spaghetti (reserve some water) and combine with sauce in the skillet, adding reserved water for desired consistency.
- Stir in torn basil before serving.
- Plate spaghetti and top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For extra creepiness, use food coloring in the sauce for a ghoulish effect.
- Consider adding meatballs shaped like eyeballs for a fun twist on this Spooky Halloween Spaghetti.
- Adapt this Spooky Halloween Spaghetti recipe to be vegetarian by using plant-based meat substitutes or omitting meat.
- Children can help with tasks like stirring the sauce or arranging olives on spaghetti to create “eyes” for a ghoulish effect.
- Store leftover Spooky Halloween Spaghetti in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg