Description
Monster Mac and Cheese is the ultimate Halloween treat that brings a spooky twist to the classic comfort food we all love. This vibrant green pasta dish is not only visually captivating with its playful candy eyeballs, but it’s also incredibly easy to make, taking just about 20 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for Halloween parties or fun family dinners, this delightful recipe will have kids and adults alike excited for a monstrous meal. Customize it to your liking by adding different toppings or adjusting the color intensity—get ready for a ghoulishly good time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Kraft mac and cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter
- green food coloring
- candy eyeballs
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of water over high heat and cook the macaroni according to package instructions (approximately 13 minutes) until tender.
- Drain the pasta using a strainer and return it to the pot.
- Add the cheese packet and butter to the pasta, stirring until fully melted and combined.
- Incorporate several drops of green food coloring, mixing thoroughly until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Serve in bowls topped with candy eyeballs for a festive Halloween touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to mix in veggies like peas or spinach for added nutrition. Experiment with food coloring to achieve your desired shade of green.