Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese
A fun and spooky twist on classic mac and cheese, perfect for Halloween with customizable colors and creamy cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz gheroni pasta
- 2 cups cheese (such as cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Food coloring (green or purple, optional)
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the gheroni pasta according to the package instructions. When finished, drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the flour and let it cook for about 1 minute to combine.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously. Keep doing this until the sauce thickens, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Mix in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. After seasoning, add in the cheese gradually, stirring until it’s completely melted and creamy.
- If you want to give your cheese sauce a spooky color, add a few drops of food coloring to achieve your desired shade. Stir well to combine.
- Carefully fold the cooked gheroni pasta into the cheese sauce, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Serve the ghoul-gheroni and cheese in playful bowls or top with spooky ingredients like olive “eyeballs” or crushed crackers for a fun twist.
Notes
Don’t overcook the pasta; aim for al dente. You can also mix your cheeses for a unique flavor profile.