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Spooky Black Spaghetti

Spooky Black Spaghetti: A Fun Halloween Dinner Adventure

Spooky Black Spaghetti is a visually stunning, kid-friendly Halloween dish that transforms dinner into a playful feast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 4 quarts Water For boiling
  • to taste Salt Essential for boiling water
  • as needed Black Food Coloring To achieve vibrant black hue
  • 12 oz Spaghetti Traditional choice for texture
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce For a 'blood' effect
  • 1 cup Alfredo Sauce For a ghostly contrast
For Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Used as eyes
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella For spiderweb effect
  • 1 cup Spiralized Zucchini Vegetable 'worms'
  • 1 cup Spicy Meatballs Refer to them as 'brains'

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Prepare the Boiling Water. In a large pot, combine 4 quarts of water with a generous amount of salt and black food coloring. Stir well and bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook the Spaghetti. Once the water is boiling, carefully add spaghetti and cook uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes until al dente, stirring to prevent sticking.
  3. Drain and Serve. Carefully drain using a colander, shaking off excess water and transfer the pasta to serving plates while warm.
  4. Add Sauce. Spoon either tomato or Alfredo sauce over the plated spaghetti, ensuring a good mix.
  5. Customize and Garnish. Encourage guests to top their spaghetti with black olives, mozzarella, or zucchini for a fun presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best flavor, enjoy fresh.

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