Description
Monster Mac and Cheese is a delightfully spooky dish that transforms a classic favorite into a Halloween treat! This vibrant green mac and cheese is perfect for parties or any gathering that calls for a fun and creative meal. Made with creamy sharp cheddar cheese, elbow macaroni, and topped with playful candy eyes, this dish is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Its striking color and whimsical presentation make it not only delicious but also visually appealing. Get ready to serve up some monstrous delight that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 10–15 drops green gel food coloring
- 24 candy eyes
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook elbow macaroni until al dente, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour for 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth; bring to a simmer and thicken for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in cheddar cheese and salt until smooth.
- Mix in green gel food coloring until desired vibrancy is reached.
- Combine drained macaroni with the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Serve on an oval platter, topping with candy eyes for decoration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (190g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg