Description
This fun and spooky Eyeball Pasta recipe combines vibrant spinach pasta with flavorful pasta sauce, topped with creative eyeball decorations made from string cheese and black olives. Perfect for a Halloween-themed meal or a playful dinner that will delight both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces spinach pasta (any shape)
- 2 cups pasta sauce (your favorite, either jarred or homemade)
Eyeballs
- 2 string cheese sticks (about ½ per person, totaling 2 sticks for 4 servings)
- 12 black olives (or substitute with dark-skinned veggies like zucchini)
Instructions
- Prepare the Eyeballs: Slice the black olives in half lengthwise. Use a straw to cut out small circles from the string cheese sticks. Then, use the same straw to cut small pieces from the olive halves. Insert these olive pieces into the cheese circles to create realistic eyeballs.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spinach pasta and cook according to package instructions, typically 7-9 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly once cooked.
- Assemble the Dish: Warm the pasta sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through. Toss the drained pasta with the warmed sauce evenly. Plate the pasta and strategically place the prepared eyeballs on top to create a spooky and playful presentation.
Notes
- For best results, use a straw with a diameter of about 1/2 inch to cut perfect cheese and olive circles.
- If you don’t have black olives, alternatives like small zucchini slices or grapes can be used for eyeballs.
- Serve immediately after assembly for the freshest taste and best visual effect.
- To make it vegan, substitute string cheese with vegan cheese slices.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on your serving needs.
