Bird's Spaghetti Nest
Transform your dinner table into a whimsical delight with this Bird's Spaghetti Nest recipe—a creative twist on classic Italian flavors that's perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. These golden nests are made by tossing al dente spaghetti with a rich mixture of eggs, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs, then baked to perfection in a muffin tin for a crisp yet tender texture. Each nest is filled with a warm dollop of marinara sauce and topped with creamy, cherry-sized mozzarella balls resembling eggs, making every bite as irresistible as it is charming. Finished with fresh basil for a fragrant touch, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and delivers a crowd-pleasing, visually stunning dish. Perfect for pasta lovers and anyone looking to enjoy an innovative take on comfort food, these spaghetti nests are as fun to make as they are to eat!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Eggs
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 30 grams Breadcrumbs
- 200 milliliters Marinara sauce
- 8 pieces Cherry-sized mozzarella balls
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 pieces Fresh basil leaves
- 1 liter Water
Directions
Step 1
Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a generous pinch of salt and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a muffin tin with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs. Add the cooked spaghetti to the mixture, tossing gently to coat the strands evenly.
Step 4
Twist small portions of the coated spaghetti into nest-like shapes and place them into the greased muffin tin wells. Push down the center of each nest slightly to create an indentation.
Step 5
Bake the spaghetti nests in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until golden and set. Remove them from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing from the tin.
Step 6
Meanwhile, heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
Step 7
To serve, place the baked spaghetti nests on a platter or individual plates. Spoon a few tablespoons of marinara sauce into the center of each nest.
Step 8
Top each nest with two mozzarella balls to resemble 'eggs' and garnish with a fresh basil leaf.
Step 9
Optionally, drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1857.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1658.1 |
| Total Fat 99.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 542.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4515.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.4g | |
| Protein 90.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1531.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 418.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories