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Mushroom Skulls Spooky Pasta

Mushroom Skulls Spooky Pasta for a Thrilling Halloween Feast

Mushroom Skulls Spooky Pasta is a quick, fun dish perfect for Halloween, featuring skull-shaped mushrooms and delicious spaghetti.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Skulls
  • 10-12 whole Whole White Mushrooms Choose medium to large ones.
  • 1 Straw Use a sturdy one for poking eye sockets.
  • 1 Pairing Knife For carving details into mushrooms.
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Spaghetti Use gluten-free spaghetti if desired.
  • 2 cups Pasta Sauce Any jarred or homemade sauce.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For a savory finish.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped, to enhance flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking tray
  • Saucepan
  • large pot
  • Pairing knife
  • Straw

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Mushroom Skulls Spooky Pasta
  1. Begin by gently brushing off any dirt from the whole white mushrooms using a dry paper towel. Set them aside, ready for carving.
  2. Using a sturdy straw, poke two eye sockets into each mushroom. Then, use a pairing knife to cut small slits for the nose and scrape lines for teeth.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the carved mushrooms flat side down on a baking tray and bake for about 15 minutes.
  4. While the mushrooms bake, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes.
  5. In a separate saucepan, heat your pasta sauce over medium heat until bubbling. Mix in the drained spaghetti and coat well.
  6. To serve, plate the spaghetti and place the baked mushroom skulls atop to create a spooky centerpiece.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always brush mushrooms clean instead of washing them to avoid sogginess. Monitor baked mushrooms closely to ensure they are not overcooked.

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