Best 8 Birds Spaghetti Nest Recipes

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Looking for a fun and creative way to enjoy your favorite pasta dish? Look no further than the delightful bird's spaghetti nest! This whimsical take on a classic Italian recipe combines the comforting flavors of pasta, cheese, and herbs with a unique presentation that is sure to impress your family and friends. The "nest" itself is made from spaghetti noodles that are carefully shaped and baked to create a crispy, golden-brown base. Once the nests are ready, they are filled with a savory mixture of ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, herbs, and spices. The nests are then baked until the filling is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and gooey. The finished product is a delightful interplay of textures and flavors that is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BIRD'S NEST SALAD



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This salad has all the food groups represented (bell peppers are actually a type of fruit) and would be an adorable addition to an Easter brunch. Garnish with buttered slices of crusty pumpernickel bread.

Provided by Apple Jacks

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg
3 cups romaine lettuce leaves, torn into bite size pieces
¼ cup sliced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons minced white onion
¼ cup ranch salad dressing, or to taste
¾ cup alfalfa sprouts
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
¼ cup honey-glazed almonds

Steps:

  • Place the egg into a saucepan, and fill with water to cover the egg by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, remove from the heat and let the egg stand in the hot water for 15 minutes. Pour out the hot water, then cool the egg under cold running water in the sink. Peel and slice once cold.
  • Place the lettuce into a salad bowl, and sprinkle evenly with the bell pepper and onion; pour the dressing over top. Pull the sprouts apart , then place on top of the salad into a nest-like shape. Season the egg slices with salt and pepper to taste, and arrange in the center of the nest with the honey-glazed almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 165.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

BIRD'S NESTS III



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The kids can help fill the nests.

Provided by Rosina

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups chow mein noodles
3 cups miniature marshmallows
3 tablespoons butter
30 small jellybeans

Steps:

  • Line a cookie sheet with foil and grease with spray-on cooking oil.
  • Pour noodles into a large bowl. Melt the butter and marshmallows over medium heat, stirring until smooth. Pour marshmallow mixture over noodles, stirring until well coated.
  • Rub some butter on hands and form noodle mixture into six round balls. Place balls on prepared cookie sheet. With the back of a teaspoon, press the center of each ball to make a hollow indentation.
  • Let nests set until they are firm. Fill each with small jelly beans. (Other small candies of your choice may be substituted, such as M & M's, small gumdrops, chocolate covered raisins, chocolate covered peanuts, etc.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 195.1 mg, Sugar 18 g

BIRD'S SPAGHETTI NEST



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This is easy to fix and delicious! Using jumbo muffin tins gives nice individual presentations while using the bundt pan is great for a larger crowd.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
2 ounces parmesan cheese, shredded
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 egg
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
8 ounces spaghetti

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F In a large bowl, mix cheeses, sour cream, and egg together. Set aside.
  • Sauté beef in a large skillet with the onion, green pepper, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. When beef is cooked thorough, add remaining beef ingredients.
  • Cook spaghetti till done, drain in strainer, then pour into cheese mixture while hot. Chop the pasta cheese mixture using a spatula or other sharp edged utensil, while stirring and mixing well and place into a lightly greased bundt pan OR jumbo muffin tins (better).
  • When beef mixture is done, pour it over the pasta/cheese mixture and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Allow to cool about 5 minutes, then flip over onto a serving platter for the bundt pan, onto the counter for muffin tins, then use a spatula to transfer to plates.
  • I like using the jumbo muffin tins, then putting the extra into a casserole dish for left-overs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.4, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 88.4, Sodium 819.8, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 6.4, Protein 21.4

SPAGHETTI NESTS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Butter, for greasing the pans
Kosher salt
1/2 box spaghetti (about 8 ounces)
2 packed cups spinach leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons whole milk
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg
Olive oil, for drizzling
2 cups marinara sauce, warmed
12 small fresh mozzarella balls, such as ciliegine or bocconcini

Steps:

  • Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter the bottom and sides of four 4-inch-diameter springform pans.
  • For the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and place in a large bowl. Add the spinach, cheese, oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Toss well until the spinach is wilted. Set aside to cool.
  • For assembly: Beat the Parmesan, milk, salt and egg together in a large bowl until smooth. Pour the sauce over the spaghetti mixture until well combined. Twirl 1/2 cupfuls of the spaghetti mixture around tongs or a large fork and transfer to the prepared pans. Make an indentation in the middle of each nest of pasta and drizzle with olive oil. Bake 15 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before removing the sides from the pans. Remove the bottoms of the pans from the nests using a thin metal spatula.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce on each of 4 serving plates. Place the spaghetti nests on the sauce. Place 3 balls of the mozzarella in each nest and serve.

SPAGHETTI NESTS



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These fun spaghetti nests are served with little bocconcini balls that stand in for bird eggs!

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     cheese,eggs and dairy,Italian,kid-friendly,Main,pasta,tomatoes,vegetables

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Butter, for greasing the pans
Kosher salt
½ box spaghetti (about 8 oz)
2 packed cups spinach leaves, finely chopped
¼ cup grated Parmesan
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
⅓ cup grated Parmesan
2 Tbsp whole milk
¾ tsp kosher salt
1 large egg
Olive oil, for drizzling
2 cups marinara sauce, warmed
12 small fresh mozzarella balls, such as ciliegine or bocconcini

Steps:

  • Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Butter the bottom and sides of four 4-inch-diameter springform pans.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and place in a large bowl. Add the spinach, cheese, oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Toss well until the spinach is wilted. Set aside to cool.
  • Beat the Parmesan, milk, salt and egg together in a large bowl until smooth. Pour the sauce over the spaghetti mixture until well combined. Twirl 1/2 cupfuls of the spaghetti mixture around tongs or a large fork and transfer to the prepared pans. Make an indentation in the middle of each nest of pasta and drizzle with olive oil. Bake 15 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before removing the sides from the pans. Remove the bottoms of the pans from the nests using a thin metal spatula.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce on each of 4 serving plates. Place the spaghetti nests on the sauce. Place 3 balls of the mozzarella in each nest and serve.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH NESTS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: medium spaghetti squash, water, grated parmesan cheese, kosher salt, ground black pepper, large eggs, olive oil, fresh herb

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium spaghetti squash, about 2 1/3 or 3 pounds (1.1 or 1.3 grams)
½ cup water
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
kosher salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
4 large eggs
olive oil, cooking spray
2 tablespoons fresh herb, such as chives, thyme, or parsley - minced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Using a fork, poke holes lengthwise around the center of the spaghetti squash.
  • Microwave for 2 minutes.
  • Cut the ends off of the squash, then slice in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and pulp.
  • Place half of the squash flesh-side down in a microwave-safe dish with high sides. Pour ½ cup (120 ML) of water over the top of the squash and microwave on high for 3 minutes, or when a fork easily pulls the squash away from the skin in long strands that look like spaghetti. Repeat with second half- there will still be water left over from the first half. Cool the squash until it can be safely handled, about 10 minutes.
  • Use a fork to remove all of the squash from the skin, breaking it up into small strands. You should have approximately 4 cups of squash (820 G). Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  • Divide the squash into 4 1-cup (205 G each cup) (2 portions and place on the prepared baking sheet. Shape into nests, creating a well large enough to fit an egg in the center of each.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, until the squash is starting to brown. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Crack the eggs into a small bowl, 1 at a time, then pour into the wells of the squash nests. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness for the eggs.
  • Garnish each nest with fresh herbs and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 4 grams

BIRD'S NEST



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Whole-wheat spaghetti makes a healthy home for yolky eggs in this recipe from Jessica Seinfeld's "Double Delicious!"Also try:Scrambled Egg Muffins

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cooked whole-wheat spaghetti
1/2 cup Cauliflower Puree
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Coarse salt
1/4 cup flaxseed meal
1 tablespoon canola oil
6 large eggs

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together spaghetti, cauliflower puree, cheese, cornstarch, salt, and flaxseed.
  • Set a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon canola oil. Take one sixth of the pasta and form into an "O" shape, leaving a 2 1/2-inch opening in the center. Cook until brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Carefully turn spaghetti mixture over and crack 1 egg into the center of the "O," taking care not to break the yolk. Cover and cook until egg is set and cooked to desired degree of doneness, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Keep warm and repeat process with remaining pasta mixture and eggs. Sprinkle with salt before serving.

BIRD'S NEST PIE (OAMC)



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Modification of Bird's Nest Pie found in Once-a-Month Cooking, removing the egg. Works very well and was a family pleaser.

Provided by David and Kat

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti (use half)
2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
6 tablespoons water
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
1 lb bulk Italian sausage or 1 lb turkey sausage
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 cup water
4 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Break spaghetti in half, and cook as directed on package until al dente; drain.
  • While spaghetti is warm, combine with flax seed, 6 tablespoons water, and Parmesan chees.
  • Use a spoon to press spaghetti into bottom and up sides of a well-greased, 10-inch pie plate.
  • Saute onion in margarine, mix with sour cream, and spread over crust.
  • At same time, brown sausage in a large skillet; drain fat.
  • Stir in tomato paste and water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon over sour cream mixture.
  • Cover dish with foil and freeze. Put cheese slices in a 1-quart bag; attach to side of dish.
  • To prepare for serving, thaw pie and cheese, preheat over to 350 degrees. Bake pie, uncovered for 25 miutes. Arrange mozzarella slices on top; return pie to oven until cheese melts.

Tips:

  • Use a sturdy type of pasta that can hold its shape when cooked, such as spaghetti or linguine.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but drain it a minute or two before it is fully cooked so that it is still slightly al dente.
  • Rinse the pasta with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent it from sticking together.
  • To make the nests, wrap the pasta around a greased spoon or fork, starting from the bottom and working your way up. Be sure to leave a small hole in the center of each nest for the egg.
  • Place the nests on a greased baking sheet and bake them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Crack an egg into the center of each nest and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the egg is cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Serve the nests immediately with your favorite toppings, such as tomato sauce, pesto, or grated cheese.

Conclusion:

Birds' spaghetti nests are a fun and easy way to enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and can be customized to your liking with a variety of toppings and fillings. So next time you're looking for a creative and delicious recipe, give birds' spaghetti nests a try!

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