Spaghetti Brain Bake: The Spookiest Comfort Food Delight
Spaghetti Brain Bake is a fun and spooky pasta dish perfect for Halloween. Easy to make and a crowd-pleaser, it's a delightfully eerie centerpiece.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Bundt pan
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 12 oz spaghetti This hearty pasta is the star of your spooky dish.
For the Sauce
- 3 cups marinara sauce A classic marinara adds rich flavor.
For the Cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheese Melting cheese on top creates a gooey layer.
For the Protein (optional)
- 1 lb ground beef or sausage Adding ground meat gives your spaghetti brain substance.
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Spaghetti Brain Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions (8-10 minutes until al dente). Drain well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained spaghetti with 3 cups of marinara sauce and ground beef or sausage if desired.
- Grease your bundt pan with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Spoon the spaghetti mixture into the prepared pan, pressing gently to mold into the shape of a brain.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the spaghetti.
- Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 10 minutes.
- Once baked, allow it to cool for a few minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Notes
Pair with themed sides like garlic bread 'bones' for a complete Halloween meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg
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