Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese

A fun and spooky twist on a classic mac and cheese, perfect for Halloween with its creamy texture and playful ghost shapes.

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Course: Main Course, Party Food

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cheesy Pasta, Ghost-Shaped Food, Ghoul-gheroni, Halloween Recipe, Mac and Cheese

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 500kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb elbow pasta (or any cheddar mac favorite) Other pasta shapes like shells or penne can also be used.
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
3 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can experiment with other cheese types.
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
10-12 slices mozzarella (for ghost-shaped mozzarella) Cut into ghost shapes for decoration.
Sesame seeds or peppercorns (for ghost eyes) For creating eyes on the ghost shape.
Optional: Extra cheddar or breadcrumbs for spooky cheese topping For a crunchy topping.

Instructions

Preparation

Start by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow pasta and cook until it is al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 4 tablespoons of flour and cook for about 2 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
Slowly pour in 3 cups of milk while whisking continuously. Keep stirring until the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until every piece is coated.
Transfer the mixture to a buttered casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
Cut the mozzarella slices into ghost shapes and place them on top of the pasta. Use sesame seeds or peppercorns for eyes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Serve warm, ensuring each portion has a ghost on top.

Notes

For delicious leftovers, let the dish cool completely before storing in an airtight container. It can last 3-4 days in the fridge. To reheat, place in the oven or microwave until hot again. Variations include adding bacon bits or diced ham, different cheese types, or vegetables like broccoli.

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