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Mini Spaghetti and Meatball Bites

Mini Spaghetti and Meatball Bites: Easy Appetizer Delight

These Mini Spaghetti and Meatball Bites are a fun and easy appetizer that guests will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nests
  • 8 oz Angel Hair Pasta Feel free to swap with spaghetti or fusilli for variation.
  • 1 large Egg Beaten.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitutes include Provolone or Ricotta.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Helps hold the nests together.
  • 1 tsp Dried Italian Seasoning Infuses authentic Italian flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for enhancing overall taste.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Prepared Pasta Sauce Enhance with garlic powder or red pepper flakes.
  • 16 oz Frozen Mini Italian Meatballs Ensures authenticity—Italian-style.
  • to taste Fresh Basil Leaves Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • mini cupcake pan
  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini cupcake pan.
  2. Cook the angel hair pasta in salted water for 3-4 minutes until just al dente, then drain and cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the pasta with the beaten egg, Parmesan, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Press spoonfuls of the mixture into the greased mini cupcake pan, creating nests.
  5. Bake the nests in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden and firm to the touch.
  6. Heat the mini meatballs and pasta sauce in a saucepan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Allow nests to cool slightly, then add a meatball and drizzle with sauce, garnishing with basil.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, assemble bites just before serving to maintain their deliciousness. Store nests separately to avoid sogginess.

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