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Frankenstein Pasta

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A fun and spooky pasta dish perfect for Halloween or a creative meal, featuring fresh ingredients and a playful presentation.

Ingredients

Fresh herbs and seasonings

  • 1 cup basil, fresh
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 0.33 oz pine nuts, dried (about 167 kernels)
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 dash salt
  • 0.33 cup olive oil
  • 16 ounce whole wheat pasta shells
  • 3 medium cucumber
  • 4 oz mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup black olives, canned

Instructions 

  • Blend basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, salt, and olive oil to make pesto.
  • Cook pasta in boiling water for about 10 minutes, then drain and toss with pesto.
  • Chop 1.5 cucumbers and mix into the pasta.
  • Arrange pasta on a platter, cut mozzarella into circles, and decorate with olives to create Frankenstein's face.

Notes

Use a cookie cutter to shape mozzarella and get creative with olive placement for a fun presentation.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fun, Pasta, spooky