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Drumsticks with Jack-O-Lantern Mac and Cheese

Delicious Drumsticks with Jack-O-Lantern Mac and Cheese Treats

Enjoy a fun and festive meal with Drumsticks and Jack-O-Lantern Mac and Cheese, perfect for Halloween!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Drumsticks
  • 1 package Cooked Perfect® Fire Grilled Chicken Drumsticks (Wildflower Honey BBQ) A sweet and smoky protein that’s already cooked.
For the Mac and Cheese
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni The traditional base for mac and cheese.
  • 1 can Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup Adds creamy, cheesy flavor.
  • 3 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Using sharp cheddar will intensify flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream For a rich, velvety texture.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Adds tang and creaminess.
  • 3/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Mustard Infuses tanginess into cheese sauce.
  • 1/4 teaspoon White Pepper Offers mild heat.
  • 1/4 piece Green Bell Pepper Used as decoration.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • Plastic Cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Jack-O-Lantern Cups: Draw fun jack-o-lantern faces on small plastic cups and set aside.
  2. Cook Drumsticks: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the drumsticks for 20-25 minutes until heated through.
  3. Cook Macaroni: Boil salted water and cook elbow macaroni for 6-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
  4. Make Cheese Sauce: Stir in cheddar cheese soup, shredded cheddar, heavy cream, sour cream, salt, mustard, and white pepper on low heat until creamy.
  5. Assemble: Spoon the mac and cheese into jack-o-lantern cups and place a green bell pepper slice on top.
  6. Serve: Plate the drumsticks alongside the mac and cheese cups for a festive Halloween meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider pairing with a refreshing salad for added nutrition and flavor.

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