bloody spaghetti mozzarella eyeballs (Printable View)
Spaghetti in tomato sauce, topped with mozzarella balls and olives, creates an eye-catching, spooky centerpiece.
# Ingredient List:
→ Bloody Spaghetti
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12 ounces spaghetti noodles
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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15 ounces crushed tomatoes
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
→ Mozzarella Eyeballs
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12 small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
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6 black olives, pitted and halved
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A few drops balsamic glaze or food-safe black food coloring (optional)
# Preparation Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti noodles and cook according to package instructions, typically 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
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In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and finely chopped onion for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes if desired. Let the mixture simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and develops a vibrant red hue.
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While the sauce is simmering, press a halved black olive into the center of each mozzarella ball to create an 'eyeball' effect. For greater visual impact, apply a small dot of balsamic glaze or black food coloring to mimic the pupil. For a bloodshot appearance, use a toothpick dipped in tomato sauce to draw thin red streaks onto the mozzarella.
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Toss the cooked spaghetti with the prepared bloody sauce until thoroughly coated. Transfer the sauced pasta to a serving platter or individual plates. Arrange mozzarella eyeballs on top, gently nestling them into the noodles for dramatic presentation, spacing evenly for best effect.
# Supplementary Details:
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For optimal texture, cook pasta until just al dente, and allow the sauce to thicken for the deepest flavor and color.