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We know it’s tempting to only want to stock up on treats on October 31st, especially with all the cute Halloween breakfast ideas and kid-friendly recipes. But believe us, you’re going to have to eat something other than cookies and cupcakes if you want to have enough energy to go door to door. That’s why we’ve rounded up our best Halloween dinner ideas for kids. You’ll find cute ideas your little ones will love, like macaroni and cheese or chicken fingers, plus lots of dishes made with seasonal ingredients like pumpkin. One of our favorite Halloween recipe ideas? A classic dinner: spaghetti. This version comes with a fun twist; when you cut into the spooky brain, prosciutto-wrapped meatballs come out!

Rachael uses all the best fall flavors in this baked pasta dish – like butternut squash, nutmeg and pumpkin puree.

To ensure a nice golden top to your sliders, make sure the grill flame is on when you insert them.

Impress your family with these orange jack-o’-lanterns. You might even get your kids to eat more vegetables this way!

Give the chicken fingers an extra crispy coating by wrapping them (just like the mummies) in strips of phyllo dough. The chicken is marinated in teriyaki, so it’s guaranteed tasty and delicious. So don’t worry if you don’t have time to prepare the dip to serve.

Trisha’s Quick and Easy Tortilla Soup is the perfect bite before heading out for a night of goodies. With hundreds of 5-star reviews (and fans raving that it’s “full of flavor” and “the best I’ve ever made”), it’s guaranteed to please kids and adults alike.

Kids will love the “yuck” factor of eating worms, but everyone will appreciate that these seasoned versions with sausage and peppers are also very delicious.

What’s the best way to get your kids fed before heading out for an evening of candy and fun? Halloween themed mini pizzas decorated to look like ghosts, pumpkins and spiders.

Stir-frying is quick and easy, making it the perfect choice when you need a quick family meal. The fact that this one is sweetened with blood oranges (for a fun Halloween nod) makes it even better.

Maneet uses squid ink pasta to give his bolognese cups their strange black color. If you can’t find it in your local supermarket, black bean pasta is a great substitute.

Made with store-bought crescent dough, these mummy dogs will be a hit at a dinner party or Halloween party. The dough is very forgiving and easy to wrap, and the best part is that it doesn’t have to be perfect – they are ancient mummies after all.

Like a fairy godmother in the kitchen, you can turn boring bites of chicken into magic pumpkins with just the “swish” of a knife.

Cozy up to a bowl of chili before heading out for a night of sweets. Hearty ingredients like squash and black beans will keep you and your little ones satiated all night long.

These crispy chicken fingers get their wicked witch-inspired hue from a secret panko crust ingredient: matcha powder!

These pizzas are frighteningly simple to make. You can use store-bought dough and skip the sauce – and you don’t have to worry about rolling the dough out into perfect circles!

Puff pastry is a freezer staple. Keep a box handy at all times and use it to pack just about anything – Halloween inspired meatballs for kids included!

This dinner may look like a terrifying sea monster, but the only scary thing about these tentacles is how delicious they are! Stuffed with pesto, crumbled Italian sausage and lots of cheese, they’re perfect for enjoying pizza on Halloween night.

Need something to fortify your tower or caterers for a night of candy collecting? These crazy veggie burgers are just the thing. They are full of vegetables and greenery, but how can they protest? Monsters are green, right? If you want to add After cheese, stick a slice on each crispy patty in the last minute or two of cooking.

This family casserole topped with sweet potatoes is hearty, enjoyable and easy to prepare. It’s a great dish before a trick or treat or for any casual fall dinner. The filling can be made a day or two ahead – just top with cheese and frozen bites before baking.