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Spooky Black Spaghetti

Spooky Black Spaghetti for a Fun Halloween Family Feast

Enjoy this Spooky Black Spaghetti, a fun Halloween dish that's simple to prepare and delightful for all ages.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Spaghetti Regular or gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning water
  • 4 quarts Water For boiling pasta
  • a few drops Black Food Coloring Or squid ink
For the Sauce (optional)
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce For a bloody effect
For Toppings
  • 1 can Black Olives For 'eyeballs'
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella For 'spiderwebs'

Equipment

  • pot
  • Colander
  • serving dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Spooky Black Spaghetti
  1. Prepare the Pasta Water: Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water, add 1 teaspoon of salt and a few drops of black food coloring, stir, and bring to a boil.
  2. Cook the Spaghetti: Once boiling, add spaghetti, stir gently, and cook uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes until al dente.
  3. Drain the Pasta: Turn off the heat, drain spaghetti in a colander without rinsing, and let sit to intensify color.
  4. Plate the Spooky Black Spaghetti: Transfer drained spaghetti to a serving dish, twirl with tongs for presentation.
  5. Add Your Favorite Sauce: Spoon sauce over the spaghetti, adding toppings for a spooky effect.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Gather everyone around the table for your festive Halloween feast!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is customizable with various sauces and toppings to enhance the Halloween theme. Can be prepared ahead of time and stored for quick serving.

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