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Halloween Baked Pasta

Hauntingly Delicious Halloween Baked Pasta for Family Fun

This Halloween Baked Pasta is a creamy, fun, and quick dish that's perfect for a festive family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 oz Rigatoni Pasta Slightly undercooked for ideal texture
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can swap with any neutral oil
For the Cheesy Filling
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can be a textured alternative
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1 tbsp Basil Fresh basil is best, but dried works in a pinch
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Shredded Colby jack can also be used
  • 8 slices Mozzarella Slices Any cheese slice can work
  • 1 cup Black Olive Slices Any sliced olives can substitute
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt Season to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper Season to taste
  • 1 cup Grated Tomato Canned diced tomatoes can also be used

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add rigatoni and cook for about 6–7 minutes, just until slightly undercooked. Drain and cool under cold water. Toss with 1 tbsp of olive oil.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Stand the rigatoni upright in a large baking pan, tightly packed.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy, then spoon into each rigatoni piece.
  4. Mix grated tomato with salt, pepper, and basil. Drizzle evenly over the rigatoni to enhance flavors.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top for a golden, bubbly crust.
  6. Bake for about 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Prepare mozzarella slices with black olive slices on top to create spooky 'eyeballs'. Arrange on top of baked pasta before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 16gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Undercook rigatoni by about a minute for ideal texture. Use fresh basil for vibrant flavor and ensure no gaps when filling the rigatoni for a creamy bite.

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