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Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese

Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese: A Halloween Comfort Delight

Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese is a whimsical twist on the classic comfort food, perfect for Halloween feasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni can substitute with small shells, cavatappi, or rotini
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons butter adds richness and flavor
  • 2 tablespoons flour essential for thickening the cheese sauce
  • 2 cups milk whole milk enhances creaminess
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese provides primary flavor
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan deepens flavor profile
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese cut into ghost shapes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or extra butter for greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • colander
  • baking dish
  • Whisk
  • cookie cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add macaroni, and cook for 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Roux: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour for about a minute until bubbly and golden.
  3. Make the Cheese Sauce: Gradually whisk in milk to the roux, cook for 3-4 minutes until it thickens and bubbles gently.
  4. Add the Cheeses: Reduce heat, stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted, season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well coated.
  6. Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat oven to 375°F, grease the baking dish, and pour in the macaroni and cheese mixture.
  7. Add Mozzarella Ghosts: Cut mozzarella into ghost shapes and place on top, securing with sesame seeds for eyes.
  8. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden-brown and bubbling.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cheeses and let cold cheese sit at room temperature before using.

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