Description
Monster Mac and Cheese is a whimsical and delightful dish that adds a splash of fun to your Halloween celebrations. This semi-homemade recipe merges the beloved comfort of classic macaroni and cheese with vibrant green color and playful candy eyes, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike. Quick to prepare, this festive meal ensures you can spend more time enjoying spooky festivities rather than slaving away in the kitchen. Customizable with various toppings and mix-ins, Monster Mac and Cheese is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings smiles all around!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Kraft mac and cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter
- green food coloring
- candy eyeballs
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add pasta from the box and cook for 13 minutes or until tender.
- Drain the cooked pasta using a colander and return it to the pot.
- Mix in the cheese powder and butter, stirring until melted and combined.
- Add green food coloring gradually, stirring until the pasta is evenly colored.
- Serve in bowls topped with candy eyeballs for a spooky finish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 225g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg