Creepy Eyeball Pasta Casserole
A playful pasta casserole featuring marinara, cheese, and spooky eyeball toppings that delight both kids and adults.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (any shape you prefer)
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Black olives (for eyeballs)
- Cherry tomatoes (for eyeballs)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with marinara sauce, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir until well-coated.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the pasta mixture evenly in the dish.
- Drop dollops of ricotta cheese over the surface.
- Halve the black olives and cherry tomatoes. Arrange them on top of the pasta mixture to resemble eyeballs.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the entire casserole.
- Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
Use any pasta shape you have on hand. Substitute homemade tomato sauce for marinara if preferred.
Find it online: https://www.chickennova.com/creepy-eyeball-pasta-casserole/