Description

Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese brings together creamy, homemade comfort with a playful seasonal twist that your whole family will adore. It's a wholesome dish that uses real sharp cheddar cheese and nutrient-rich milk to create a sauce better than any processed boxed version.

Ingredients

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16 ounces Spooky-shaped pasta
3 cups Sharp yellow cheddar cheese
2 cups Whole milk or 2% milk
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
Sea salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Fill a large stockpot with water and a generous pinch of sea salt, then bring it to a rolling boil over high heat
Add your spooky pasta shapes to the water and cook them according to the package directions until they are al dente
Drain the pasta carefully, but do not rinse it
In a separate medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it begins to bubble and foam
Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook the mixture for about one minute to create a light roux
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps
Simmer the sauce gently for three to five minutes until it thickens enough to coat the back of a wooden spoo
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the freshly shredded cheddar cheese, ground mustard, and paprika
Stir until the cheese melts completely and the sauce looks smooth
Pour the warm cheese sauce over the cooked pasta shapes and toss gently
Serve immediately in festive bowls

Notes

Use a whisk throughout the sauce-making process to maintain a velvety consistency.

Avoid pre-shredded cheese for the best texture.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 65mg