This Halloween Skull Lasagna Dip is a bubbling, cheesy pasta dip served straight from a spooky skull dish, tomato sauce and gooey melted mozzarella practically daring your guests to dig in. It’s the kind of appetizer that gets people talking before they’ve even taken their first bite, and it disappears fast once they do.
It comes together with pantry staples like jarred sauce and pasta, so there’s no complicated technique involved, just simple layering and a quick simmer. The combination of ricotta and two rounds of mozzarella gives you pockets of creamy, melty cheese in every scoop, making it every bit as satisfying as a big plate of spaghetti.
Helpful Tips
- Cook the macaroni just to al dente: Since the pasta continues to soften as it heats through with the sauce and cheese, slightly undercooking it on the stovetop keeps it from turning mushy by the time it’s ready to serve.
- Don’t stir in the ricotta: Dropping spoonfuls on top rather than mixing it in creates little creamy pockets throughout the dip instead of blending it into the sauce, which gives you that classic lasagna-style texture in every bite.
- Use a fun serving dish: Get into a festive atmosphere by using a fun serving dish like this Halloween skull dish.
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Halloween Skull Lasagna Dip
Ingredients
- 3 ounces macaroni
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 25 ounces spaghetti sauce your favorite brand
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded, divided
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a pot. Add the macaroni and cook according to the package instruction to al dente, then drain.
- Add oil to a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the onions and cook for 3 minutes, until softened.
- Add the garlic and sauté for just 30 seconds, until aromatic.
- Add the spaghetti sauce, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 1 cup of the mozzarella and the drained macaroni. Stir to combine.
- Add spoonfuls of the ricotta over the top, don’t stir it in. Top with the remaining mozzarella.
- Heat on medium low until the cheese is melted. You can either serve it in a dip bowl, or transfer it to a food-safe Halloween skull.
- Serve with bread, crostini, or breadsticks.
Notes
- Here is the link for the Halloween Skull that we used for this recipe. Â
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Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.