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Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese

Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese: The Ultimate Halloween Comfort Food

Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese is a creamy, Halloween-approved baked mac and cheese featuring whimsical mozzarella ghosts for a festive touch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Elbow Macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Flour
  • 3 cups Full-fat Milk
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese
  • to taste Sesame Seeds/Peppercorns for decorative eyes

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • casserole dish
  • colander
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Paring knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 6-8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter until bubbling. Whisk in 1/4 cup of flour and cook for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
  3. Gradually pour in 3 cups of full-fat milk, whisking until the mixture thickens, 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. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well coated.
  6. Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish, smoothing the top.
  7. Cut mozzarella into ghost shapes and arrange on top of the pasta. Add sesame seeds or peppercorns for eyes.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving with mozzarella ghosts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 600mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze before baking for up to 2 months.

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