How to make eyeball pasta?

To make eyeball pasta, bake your meatballs as usual, then top each one with a small round of string cheese and a sliced black olive. Place them back in the oven for about two minutes until the cheese softens slightly, creating that eerie “eyeball” look.

How do you describe spaghetti and meatballs?

Spaghetti and meatballs is a comforting Italian-style dish made with tender meatballs, rich tomato sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. This Halloween version turns it into a fun, spooky meal that everyone will remember.

What kind of jelly is best for eyeball jelly?

If you’re making a dessert version, grape or strawberry jelly works best for a deep, creepy red color. You can also mix in lychee fruit and blueberries for realistic “eyeballs.”

What is the spaghetti eyeball game for Halloween?

The spaghetti eyeball game is a fun party idea where kids dig through a bowl of cooked spaghetti “guts” to find hidden candy or toy eyeballs. It’s gross in the best way and keeps the laughter going all night long.

Spaghetti and Eyeballs | Delicious Spooky Dinner

Description

Spaghetti and eyeballs is a spooky, kid-friendly Halloween dinner with tender meatballs, gooey cheese “eyes,” and saucy spaghetti. It’s fun, quick, and perfect for parties or a playful family night.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 pounds ground beef, lean

1/2 cup onion, grated

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

2 eggs

2 cloves garlic, crushed

2 tablespoons milk

1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

4 cups spaghetti sauce

8 green olives with pimento

Mozzarella cheese slices

Black olives (sliced)

Spaghetti noodles

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Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients except the spaghetti sauce in a bowl and mix until well combined. Hands work great.

2. Form the mixture into meatballs slightly smaller than a golf ball.

3. Spray the bottom of the Instant Pot with cooking spray and add the spaghetti sauce.

4. Place the meatballs over the sauce, layering if needed. Let them touch but do not squish.

5. Lock the lid and set the valve to sealing. Press Manual and cook on High Pressure for 7 minutes.

6. When the timer ends, allow a 5 minute natural release, then carefully switch to venting for a quick release. Remove the lid and stir gently.

7. Cook spaghetti noodles according to package directions and drain.

8. Combine noodles and sauce from the Instant Pot. Mix until well coated.

9. Twirl noodle “nests” with a ladle and fork and place in a serving bowl or platter.

10. Cut small circles from mozzarella slices and place one on each meatball, then add a black olive slice for the pupil.

11. Arrange eyeball meatballs over the spaghetti nests. Add green olives to taste and serve.

Notes

Equipment: Instant Pot Pressure Cooker.

For stovetop, simmer meatballs in sauce until cooked through, then proceed.

Use turkey or plant based meat if preferred.

Make it extra spooky by drizzling a little extra sauce over the meatballs before serving.

Author: Erica Walker. 5 from 2 votes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Halloween
Method: Pressure Cooker, Instant Pot
Cuisine: American, Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving