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Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese

Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese: A Fun Twist for Halloween Festivities

This Spooky Ghoul-gheroni & Cheese is a whimsical Halloween dish combining creamy cheese and ghost-shaped mozzarella, perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Gho-gheroni Shells, penne, or rotini can also work.
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter Margarine can serve as a dairy-free option.
  • 4 tbsp All-purpose flour Ideal for the best results.
  • 4 cups Milk Oat or almond milk can be used for dairy-free.
  • 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese Opt for sharp cheddar for robust taste.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast can be a vegan twist.
  • 8 oz Mozzarella cheese Perfect for crafting ghost shapes.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, then add gho-gheroni and cook until al dente, about 6-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium-sized saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, cooking for 2 minutes until it forms a roux. Gradually pour in milk while whisking continuously, until sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Once the sauce thickens, remove from heat and stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Fold cooked gho-gheroni into the cheese sauce until coated. Set aside for baking.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Scoop the mixture into a greased 3-quart casserole dish and level the top.
  6. Slice mozzarella into ghost shapes and arrange them atop the pasta mixture, adding sesame seeds or peppercorns for eyes.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve into bowls, ensuring each serving includes a mozzarella ghost.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 600mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cheeses and don’t overcook the gho-gheroni!

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