Description
Get ready to enchant your taste buds with this vibrant Halloween Pasta! Perfect for festive gatherings, this dish combines colorful shapes and rich flavors, creating a fun and memorable dining experience. With easy preparation and endless customization options, it’s a guaranteed hit for both kids and adults. Serve it with spooky decorations for a meal that will have everyone grinning from ear to ear!
Ingredients
- 8 oz colorful pasta shapes (like ghosts or pumpkins)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped vegetables to the skillet; sauté for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your hauntingly delicious creation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, simply omit any meat and load up on additional veggies. Consider adding pumpkin puree to the sauce for a seasonal twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of water.