Zombie Eyes (Halloween Meatballs)

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground beef (80/20) - 1 pound
• Bread crumbs - 1/2 cup
• Milk - 1/4 cup
• Egg - 1 large
• Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt and pepper - to taste
• Mozzarella cheese balls (pearl-sized) - 1 cup
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
3. Form the beef mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
4. Place the meatballs in a baking dish.
5. Bake for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
7. Press a mozzarella cheese ball into the center of each meatball to create the "zombie eye".
8. Brush with olive oil.
9. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and slightly spicy
• Fun and festive Halloween appetizer
• Easy to make and perfect for parties

User Comments:

• "These meatballs were a hit at my Halloween party! They were delicious and so creepy looking."
• "The mozzarella cheese balls made them look so realistic. My guests loved them."
• "These were a quick and easy appetizer to make, and they were so much fun to serve."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the meatballs are cooked through before serving.
• Use a sharp knife to cut the mozzarella cheese balls into small pieces.
• If you don't have mozzarella cheese balls, you can use small cubes of mozzarella cheese.
• To make the meatballs gluten-free, use gluten-free bread crumbs.