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Tasty Spooky Cheese Meatballs

Tasty Spooky Cheese Meatballs for a Fun Halloween Feast

Tasty Spooky Cheese Meatballs are a delightful twist on a classic dish, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Meat Substitute with turkey or pork if desired.
  • 1 cup Cheese (Mozzarella or Cheddar) Use dairy-free cheese for a non-dairy version.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 small Onion (Finely grated) Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasonings (Oregano and Basil) Substitute with an Italian seasoning blend if preferred.
For Serving
  • 8 oz Spaghetti Consider using zoodles or quinoa for a lighter twist.
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade or jarred varieties are both fine.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • large pot
  • Cooking pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, grated onion, and Italian seasonings.
  3. Roll a portion of the mixture into a meatball, creating a well in the center and inserting a cheese cube.
  4. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, boil water and cook spaghetti for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  6. In a separate pot, heat the marinara sauce over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes.
  7. To serve, create a bed of spaghetti on each plate, spoon marinara over it, and add the meatballs on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meat mixture to keep the meatballs tender. Make each meatball uniform in size for even cooking.

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