When you and I were kids, we ate kid’s food. And when we grew up… we still eat kid’s food, it’s just a lot better.
And that’s why I’m finding some of the best mac and cheese recipes out there. It was a childhood favorite of mine (surprise) and I was intent on getting some great reinventions of this classic.
Also, we all love comfort food, so why not start here? Mac n cheese is easy enough and when you add just the right ingredients, you actually make it into a real meal. So feel free to check at these ideas for a comforting dinner and choose one that looks like it’ll boost your mood no matter what happened in your day.
1. Lobster Mac and Cheese
For all of you seafood lovers out there, look at this masterpiece. Cheesy lobster pasta goodness all wrapped up into a bowl. Also, this macaroni and cheese recipe serves 8 which makes it perfect for friends coming over or the family.
While it isn’t the quickest of recipes, it’s definitely worth it. And it’s a great baked mac and cheese recipe to put into your arsenal for the future.
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This mac n cheese recipe definitely deserves some attention. And especially for those of you who like lots of spices and flavor. With spiced shrimp, crispy panko breadcrumbs, and cream, this makes for a super hearty dinner.
Serving 6, it only takes around 30 minutes which makes it a great homemade baked mac and cheese recipe to have after work or when the comfort food craving strikes.
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Look at that cheesy deliciousness. Done by Yammie’s Noshery, it’s a dish that sounds healthy, but with the heavy cream and all that cheese, it’s probably something you don’t wanna have when you’re on a diet.
But it does have some fresh spinach and onion, so you don’t have to feel too guilty when eating.
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Done by one of my favorite food bloggers, Lindsay from Pinch of Yum, she takes mac and cheese and makes it just that much more guilt-free.
Using butternut squash in her smooth cheese sauce, she keeps the recipe quick but delicious.
Serving 4, you can double it to make more and last you a couple of nights. Because food like this should be eaten more than once in a week.
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And of course for all of the meat lovers out there, here’s a steak mac and cheese recipe done by Pinch of Yum as well. I promise I’m not trying to promote them, they just have great recipes.
Made with red wine, this makes for a killer and hearty dinner. It also serves 8, so more for your family and friends… or just you.
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Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.