Description
Eyeball Pasta, or Meatballs with Mozzarella “Eyes,” is a playful dish that combines fun and flavor, making it perfect for Halloween or any family dinner. Tender meatballs, filled with gooey mozzarella and topped with black olive “pupils,” create a whimsical presentation that delights kids and adults alike. This recipe is not just visually appealing; it’s also versatile and easy to customize, ensuring a memorable mealtime experience filled with laughter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- ½ cup sliced black olives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, mozzarella cheese, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and press a piece of mozzarella into the center of each.
- Top each meatball with half an olive to create "eyes."
- Place meatballs in the baking dish, cover with marinara sauce, and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve over your favorite pasta and drizzle with remaining marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg