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Monster Eyeball Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

Elina James
Halloween is all about food that’s fun, festive, and a little creepy, and u003cstrongu003eMonster Eyeball Meatballs in Marinara Sauceu003c/strongu003e are the perfect spooky bite to add to your celebration. These juicy, flavorful meatballs are topped with gooey mozzarella u0022eyeballsu0022 and sliced olives for pupils, then nestled in a bubbling marinara sauce that doubles as u0022bloodyu0022 surroundings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizers, Meat Recipes
Cuisine American / Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or chicken/turkey)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup onion, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

For the u0022Eyeballsu0022:

  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese (cut into small cubes or use mini mozzarella balls)
  • 1 can sliced black olives (for pupils)

For the Sauce:

  • 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions
 

  • Mix meatball ingredients and form into balls.
  • Bake until cooked through.
  • Heat marinara sauce in a skillet.
  • Add cheese u0022eyeballsu0022 and olive slices on meatballs.
  • Let cheese melt slightly, then serve with sauce.