Macaroni, the tiny, elbow-shaped pasta, is the most found pasta in the US. It is likely in your pantry right now. This popularity may be in part for its role in beloved macaroni and cheese. Basic mac and cheese dinners (or lunches) only require a few ingredients to create a flavorful, creamy meal or side. Children and adults alike will gladly add an extra heaping of the dish come dinnertime.
It is a dish loved by all ages and is simple to make, but don’t be afraid to go fancy for this dinner classic. Below are 5 macaroni and cheese recipes to share with your family.
Mac and Cheese Dinners to Make any Meal Great
This may be one of the easiest mac and cheese recipes, but it won’t disappoint when it comes to creaminess! It even includes a hint of nutmeg for an amazing flavor. It’s simple enough for a busy weeknight dinner, but delicious enough to impress your guests at dinner. The best part is it can all be made in one pot.
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Reduce the fat but keep the flavor of your favorite macaroni and cheese by using low-fat milk and light Cheddar cheese. And don’t worry, there is flavor. This recipe includes Dijon mustard, thyme, and chicken stock. You can assemble this dish a day ahead and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake.
For on-the-go families, these casserole cups are worth the additional step of lining a muffin tin. Using cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan, these cheesy servings are a great snack option for macaroni and cheese fans.
Cheeseburger Macaroni Casserole
Try a new twist on a cheeseburger with this ground beef casserole made with macaroni, cheese, and tomato sauce. Really, this is a new twist on macaroni and cheese. Adding ground beef, onion, and tomato to your classic mac and cheese, this is an easy adaptation of a weeknight meal for the entire family.
Add festive color and spicy heat to this easy holiday mac and cheese by stirring in chopped hot red and green peppers, ground red pepper, and paprika. Steamed cauliflower, onion, garlic, and breadcrumbs are other additions that make this option stand apart. It is an easy macaroni and cheese recipe you will return to time and time again for its fanciful taste.