A fun and easy way to create festive Halloween-inspired pasta using food dye and sautéed mushrooms. Perfect for making mealtimes more exciting during the spooky season!
1: Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2: In a large sauté pan, melt butter and add mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and set aside.
3: Use naturally colored food dye in separate containers. The amount of dye used will determine the brightness of the colors.
4: Divide the cooked pasta into the containers with food coloring. Toss to coat and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
5: Rinse the colored pasta under cold water and mix them together. Set aside.
6: Melt additional butter in the pan with mushrooms. Once the butter begins to brown, add Calabrian Chili paste and garlic. Cook for a few minutes.
7: Add a few ladles of reserved pasta water to create an emulsified sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat.
8: Garnish with fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese.
