Description
Halloween Squid Ink Spaghetti Worms with Bolognese is a spooky, flavorful pasta dish featuring squid ink spaghetti that looks like eerie black worms, topped with a rich, savory ground beef Bolognese sauce. Perfect for Halloween parties, this recipe combines classic Italian flavors with a fun, festive presentation to delight both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 1 lb squid ink spaghetti
Bolognese Sauce
- 1/4 cup cooking oil
- 1 large onion, peeled and diced
- 5 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp sugar (or more to taste)
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the Squid Ink Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the squid ink spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Bolognese Base: Heat cooking oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the beef broth, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine. Add the bay leaves, sugar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Simmer the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and let the Bolognese simmer gently for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove the bay leaves. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese to add richness and depth. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or sugar as needed to balance the acidity.
- Combine and Serve: Serve the cooked squid ink spaghetti topped with generous spoonfuls of the Bolognese sauce. For a festive Halloween look, arrange the spaghetti to resemble spooky worms. Optionally, serve in individual cups or plates.
Notes
- This Halloween Squid Ink Spaghetti Worms with Bolognese is a perfect party food to celebrate Halloween.
- Can be served in cups or plates for easier handling at parties.
- Suitable and fun for both kids and adults.
- Adjust sugar in the sauce to balance the acidity to your taste.
- Ensure the pasta is cooked al dente to maintain texture and enhance the ‘worms’ appearance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
