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# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 400 g dried spaghetti (preferably natural or black, such as squid ink or black bean pasta)

→ Blueberry Sauce

02 - 250 g fresh or frozen blueberries
03 - 200 ml heavy cream
04 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
05 - 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
06 - 0.5 tsp salt
07 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Glow Effect

08 - 2 tbsp tonic water

→ Garnish

09 - 30 g feta cheese, crumbled
10 - 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, torn
11 - Edible glitter or neon food coloring (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of pasta water. Set aside.
02 - Combine blueberries, lemon juice, honey (or agave), and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring and gently crushing berries until juices are released.
03 - Add heavy cream and lemon zest to the blueberry mixture. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring until the sauce slightly thickens.
04 - Remove from heat. Blend the sauce until smooth using an immersion blender or a standard blender.
05 - Stir the tonic water and reserved pasta water into the blended sauce.
06 - Toss the cooked spaghetti with the blueberry sauce until evenly coated.
07 - Plate the pasta. Garnish with crumbled feta cheese, torn basil leaves, and optional edible glitter or neon food coloring. Serve immediately.
08 - For optimal glow, place the finished dish under a UV blacklight before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes
  • Uses simple ingredients with one special addition for the glow effect
  • Creates a stunning visual centerpiece for Halloween gatherings
  • Customizable for different dietary needs
02 -
  • The glow effect works best in a completely darkened room
  • Can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated before serving
  • Creates a perfect conversation starter for Halloween gatherings
03 -
  • The secret to maximizing the glow effect lies in the timing of adding the tonic water. Always add it after removing the sauce from heat to preserve the quinine's glowing properties.
  • When shopping for pasta, the darkest varieties create the most dramatic contrast with the glowing sauce.
  • For photography, use a camera with manual settings that can capture long exposures in low light conditions to truly showcase the magical glow effect of your creation.

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