Our 20 Cheesiest Pasta Recipes
Ready to take your pasta game to the next level? It's time to break out of your boxed mac-and-cheese rut and make a big bowl of comfort from scratch! With a creamy, luxurious mix of cheese and noodles, these 20 Cheesy and Creamy Pastas can't be beat.
1. Bang-Bang Mac & Cheese
Finally, a mac and cheese dish that explodes with flavor! Bang-Bang Mac & Cheese has everything you want from mac and cheese: creamy, melty, stretchy cheese sauce with notes of cheddar, Colby-Jack, and Monterey Jack blanketing tender pasta with a topping of crunchy, toasted breadcrumbs. But Bang-Bang Mac & Cheese has a secret ingredient — a hit of cayenne pepper that adds a kick of heat and spice. This actually makes it taste even more cheesy by contrast, so you may just have the cheesiest mac and cheese around when you serve this up!
See More2. Cheesesteak Pasta
Cheesesteak Pasta brings the flavors from your favorite sammie together with your go-to, easy weeknight main (pasta, of course)! Ah, the juicy steak and peppers atop the cheesy, creamy, sauce-covered rigatoni really make the perfect pair. This pasta gets bonus points for being ready in under 30 minutes, too! So, when you have a craving for a Philly and some noodles, throw together Cheesesteak Pasta and get the best of both worlds!
See More3. Cream Creole Pasta
A little bit of spice makes everything nice! Cream Creole Pasta brings that Cajun, Louisianna-flare mixed with a creamy, cheesy sauce to cool it off just right. Tossed with some hearty sausage slices, plump shrimp, juicy veggies, and perfectly al dente fettuccine, this dish is nicer than nice! Cream Creole Pasta brings the pizzaz to your pasta night!
See More4. Bow Ties & Broccoli
Not every meal has to be a black-tie affair. Nor do they have to take hours and hours to prepare in order to be delicious! Bow Ties & Broccoli cordially invites you to sit back, relax, and enjoy a meal that's quick and easy! You'll be indulging in a big cheesy bowl of perfectly seasoned, fluffy bowtie pasta and crispy broccoli florets in less than fifteen minutes! That's right. In 15 whole minutes, you'll be wining and dining, but rest assured, no formal wear is required. Ah, Bow Ties & Broccoli, what a simply scrumptious luxury!
See More5. Cheesy Chicken Rotini
Looking for a family-friendly dish that is sure to disappear? Cheesy Chicken Rotini is the magic (dinner) wand you are looking for! Deliciously seasoned chicken cubes are submerged in an enchantingly cheesy, sour cream-based sauce, along with tender rotini pasta and loads of melted cheese to make those who are the most skeptical believe that this is one supernatural dish! Abracadabra! Cheesy Chicken Rotini pulls out all the stops and is enjoyed by young and old. Conjure all the good things and pull a delicious dinner out of your hat in no time, with this trick of the (pasta) trade. No surprises, hocus pocus, or deceptions here... voilà! All your Houdinis will love this pasta dish!
See More6. Fettuccine Alfredo Surprise
Fettuccine Alfredo Surprise is a new way to make your favorite pasta! The sneaky, secret ingredient?! Blended cauliflower that gets added to that creamy, cheesy sauce you love so much. This version is a little on the lighter side, making your heart and tummy happy all at once. Feel great about what you're eating with Fettuccine Alfredo Surprise! It's so good!
See More7. Irish Mac 'n Cheese
Any day is a good day for a bit o' cheese, especially St. Patrick's Day. We know you will be dancing a jig to the tasty treat we call Irish Mac 'n Cheese! This lucky al dente pasta has you covered with the melted Irish cheddar cheese gooey-ness, along with just the right touch of healthy brought to you by the tenderly delicious Brussels sprouts. Adults and children alike will want this cheesy tradition to continue long after the holiday has passed. So, forget the potatoes and try this new version of golden delicious, Irish Mac 'n Cheese. All the leprechauns will be glad you did!
See More8. Pesto Chicken Alfredo Bake
When Italian food is what you're longing for, this cheesy surprise of a dish will surely hit the spot! Pesto Chicken Alfredo Bake takes the chicken alfredo you love and kicks it up a notch! Bouncy penne pasta, juicy chicken, a blend of Italian cheeses, and rich parmesan cheese do a little meet-and-greet in the oven with some zesty pesto, fresh baby spinach, and crushed tomatoes for a whole new take on the pasta you love. This alfredo sauce will make you pretty excited, so try Pesto Chicken Alfredo Bake and get a little zing back in your pasta step. You are going to love it!
See More9. Pappardelle Pasta al Limone
Few Italian dishes capture the citrusy sunshine of the country as Pappardelle Pasta al Limone. This is a bright, buttery, cheesy pasta dish that tastes like a restaurant specialty but only takes 20 minutes to make. Pappardelle Pasta al Limone is zesty, creamy, and hearty all at once. You’ll be glowing with a summertime shine when you finish this lemony meal.
See More10. Cheesy Pasta Pie
Some culinary ideas sound... well, insane. And some of those same ideas sound so insane, they can only be delicious. Hence the Cheesy Pasta Pie. It's mac-and-cheese, but inside a buttery pie crust. Oh yes, all that stretchy, melty, creamy, tender cheese goodness with the sharpness of cheddar and the smokiness of Gruyère... in a pie. Can anyone truly resist Cheesy Pasta Pie? We don't think so!
See More11. Cheese Lovers Tortellini
There's something endlessly romantic about cheese. Perhaps it's the richness, or the creaminess, or simply the melty warmth. No matter the reason, Cheese Lovers Tortellini brings that enchanting feeling to your table. A cheesy, creamy sauce and a sharp cheese topping for cheese-filled pasta — it's cheese heaven in every bite. Cheese Lovers Tortellini is made for lovers!
See More12. Pimento Cheesy Chicken Bake
Pimento Cheesy Chicken Bake. Doesn't it just sound great? The creamy, cheesy, spicy goodness of the caviar-of-the-South, pimiento cheese, is baked into a casserole with savory shredded chicken, slightly nutty pasta, and a crunchy whole-grain cracker crust. You can just hear the magic in the words, and once it comes out of the oven, you'll be able to taste it, too! Pimento Cheesy Chicken Bake; it tastes as good as it sounds!
See More13. Cheesy Sausage Pasta
Cheesy Sausage Pasta is almost self-explanatory in how delicious it tastes — but we thought a few more descriptive words might help entice you even further. The pasta is tender and coated inside and out with a melty, creamy cheese sauce with notes of sharpness and smokiness. Then we add herbaceous and savory sausage to the mix for extra heartiness! And it comes together in just 30 minutes! How can anyone say no to Cheesy Sausage Pasta? It just might not be possible!
See More14. Baked Feta Pasta
Fun fact: This viral recipe was so popular that some countries — like Finland — completely sold out of feta cheese. And after trying Baked Feta Pasta, you'll see why. Baked Feta Pasta first gained popularity on TikTok® because of its simplicity and unique use of feta, and untraditional cheese for pasta. Baking the sharp feta in the oven at a high temperature makes it melty and saucy when mixed with the burst tomatoes and olive oil, creating a cheesy and creamy sauce with fresh brightness. The great thing about this recipe is that Baked Feta Pasta is extremely customizable, making it simple to swap herbs, spices, and veggies.
See More15. Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta
Few dishes are as welcoming after a long day as Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta. Every bite has a crispy wheel of savory, spicy kielbasa and tender pasta, which will get you smiling. The sauce is creamy and savory, with a deep meaty flavor, brimming with melty sharp cheese. Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta can be ready in 30 minutes or less, another reason to start feeling happy. Dinnertime should be a delight, and it will be with this dish.
See More16. Tex-Mex Mac
Ready for some taste bud-tingling trivia? The origins of this dish span from Italy to Mexico to the States. Did you guess Tex-Mex Casserole? You're right! This delectable dish blends together some of Italy's finest fluffy pasta, Mexico's most flavorful medium-hot salsa, and America's most beloved Monterey Jack cheese! Some spicy pork sausage is tossed in to create a heartiness that could fill many nations. Ding, ding, ding — making this gooey, cheesy, spicy Tex-Mex Mac will make you feel like a winner and that's not trivial!
See More17. Golden Alfredo
It's not just called Golden Alfredo for the golden glint of the creamy, savory sauce or for the crispy, golden pan-fried chicken. It's because this Golden Alfredo is literally as good as gold! The chicken is crunchy and coated in sharp parmesan and aromatic garlic, and the pasta is tender and delectable! It's easy, tangy, cheesy, and amazing all at once! Find a new treasure for dinnertime with this dish!
See More18. Ravioli Lasagna
Aha! Of course! Here's how you make lasagna even more cheesy; literally stuff the pasta with cheese! Ravioli Lasagna layers cheesy, tender ravioli between a rich and meaty sauce, a tangy and melty ricotta mixture, and of course plenty more cheese. Ravioli Lasagna might just be a cheese lover's perfect dish! It certainly doesn't stretch the imagination to say you'll love this stretchy, scrumptious, savory dish!
See More19. Pinkies-Up Pasta
Time to get fancy! Put on a bow tie or a fancy dress! Pour the champagne and get those pinkies out! And for the main course, Pinkies-Up Pasta! How appropriate for the occasion! This is a super creamy, super cheesy mac and cheese, with a crunchy, buttery cracker crust that has a hint of zesty ranch mixed right in! Plenty of garlic helps elevate the tender noodles to black-tie status! Pinkies-Up Pasta is a fancy and fantastic dish designed (and dressed) to impress.
See More20. 4-Cheese Spaghetti
Are you ready to take your spaghetti game to the next level? It's time to make 4-Cheese Spaghetti! With a luxuriously melty blend of Parmesan, mozzarella, fontina, and Gruyère cheeses (Yep, you read that right. That's four kinds of cheese!) this perfect pasta is the ultimate comfort food. It's extra cheesy, amazingly gooey, and downright irresistible. Great for a weeknight meal or even a special occasion, these tender noodles are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your favorite bottle of wine, gather your family and friends, and get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering bowl of 4-Cheese Spaghetti. Bon appétit!
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