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Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese

Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese: Halloween's Creamy Delight

Enjoy a creamy baked mac and cheese with ghost-shaped mozzarella in this Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese, perfect for Halloween.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness to the cheese sauce.
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour Provides structure for the cheese sauce.
  • 3 cups whole milk The creaminess foundation of the sauce.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese The primary flavor and creamy component.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds depth to the sauce.
For the Pasta
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni The base of the dish.
For the Ghost Toppings
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese Necessary for adorable ghost shapes.
  • to taste sesame seeds or peppercorns Make perfect 'eyes' for your ghosts.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add elbow macaroni. Cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cool water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 2 minutes.
  3. Gradually add in 3 cups of whole milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens and is smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
  5. Gently fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until fully coated.
  6. Pour the pasta and cheese mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Cut ghost shapes from fresh mozzarella, then arrange on top of the casserole. Use sesame seeds or peppercorns for eyes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Spoon generous portions into bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze unbaked for up to 2 months.

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