Bloody Mozzarella Eyeballs
A fun and spooky treat, perfect for Halloween gatherings or any time you want to enjoy a creatively delicious dish. These mozzarella cheese balls float in a savory tomato sauce, topped with olive ‘pupils’.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh mozzarella balls
- Tomato sauce
- Black olives
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pour your tomato sauce into a shallow baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Carefully place mozzarella balls into the tomato sauce, leaving some exposed.
- Cut black olives in half and place on top of each mozzarella ball.
- Slide the dish into the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Let cool briefly, then drizzle with extra virgin olive oil before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using flavored mozzarella or adding garlic powder to the sauce. Serve with extra sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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