Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese

A fun and festive mac and cheese dish with a spooky twist, perfect for Halloween celebrations.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cheesy Dish, Comfort Food, Ghoul-gheroni, Halloween Recipe, Mac and Cheese

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

Pasta and Cheese Base

1 lb elbow pasta (or any cheddar mac favorite)
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
3 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Ghost Decoration

10-12 slices mozzarella (for ghost-shaped mozzarella)
Sesame seeds or peppercorns (for ghost eyes)
Optional: Extra cheddar or breadcrumbs for spooky cheese topping For added texture and flavor.

Instructions

Cooking the Pasta

Boil water with a pinch of salt in a large pot. Add the elbow pasta and cook it until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Making the Cheese Sauce

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously. Cook until the mixture thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Combining Ingredients

Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until well-coated.
Pour the mixture into a buttered casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
Cut mozzarella slices into ghost shapes and place on top. Add sesame seeds or peppercorns for ghost eyes.

Baking

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the casserole for about 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

Serving

Serve hot right out of the oven, with a ghost shape on top.

Notes

For extra creaminess, add cream or more milk. You can also mix different cheeses for flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for about 3-4 days.

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