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A vibrant Halloween-themed plate featuring a playful monster-shaped mac and cheese with colorful toppings and gooey melted cheese, displayed on a rustic wooden surface with autumn leaves in the background.

Spooky Monster Mac and Cheese for Halloween

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A creamy, cheesy pasta dish transformed into spooky monster shapes with colorful toppings for a fun Halloween twist.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Food coloring (green, purple, orange)
  • Colored dipping sauces or toppings (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in milk, cheeses, and Dijon mustard until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add food coloring to cheese mixture to create spooky colors.
  4. Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce.
  5. Shape the mac and cheese into monster faces or shapes using a mold or by hand.
  6. Garnish with colorful toppings or sauces for a spooky effect. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a silicone mold for fun monster shapes.
  • Customize with different colored cheeses or toppings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg