Mac and Cheese Recipes To Try This Thanksgiving

Recipe: Macaroni Pie

Turkey Day wouldn’t be complete without mac and cheese and a tasty pie on the table. Why not combine the best of both worlds with this easy recipe?

Recipe: Baked Mac and Cheese with Bacon

Crispy bacon and flavorful breadcrumb crust take this homemade mac and cheese recipe to the next level.

Recipe: King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Cheesy noodles and king ranch chicken unite in this skillet dinner to create a rich and delicious meal in just 45 minutes.

Recipe: Skillet Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Crunchy cauliflower adds the perfect amount of texture to this creamy, Gouda cheese-filled dish.

Recipe: Mac and Cheese with Ham

Classic mac and cheese gets an instant upgrade with the addition of juicy ham. The whole family will love it.

Recipe: Barbecue Mac and Cheese

This quintessentially Southern recipe brings together two beloved cuisines – barbecue and mac and cheese. It’s delectable and comforting.

Recipe: Taco Dinner Mac and Cheese

Bring the best of taco night flavors to Thanksgiving dinner with this unique mac and cheese recipe.

Recipe: Golden Macaroni and Cheese

This recipe gets its name from the two whole blocks of sharp Cheddar cheese exclusively used in the pasta and topping. It’s a simple dish that can be customized for your holiday meal easily with the addition of chopped bacon, smoked ham, or some chives. Each will work well with the hint of onion salt in the recipe.

Recipe: Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This creamy dish is loved and requested by both kids and adults alike, and it can come together in under one hour and in three easy-to-follow steps. With that much ease, flavor, and cheesy goodness, could we offer a better Thanksgiving side?

Recipe: Herbed Breadcrumb-Topped Macaroni and Cheese

Buttery panko breadcrumbs seasoned with sage, thyme, and rosemary are definitely the trick to this elevated mac and cheese. The crispy topping and creamy inner pockets make for a Thanksgiving side that will pair incredibly with your turkey and dressing.

Recipe: Hugh’s Southern Mac and Cheese

Thick-cut bacon, Gruyere and aged Cheddar cheeses, leeks, and dry mustard give a flavor-packed Southern twist to simple creamy mac and cheese recipe.

Recipe: Baked Smokin' Macaroni and Cheese

Smoked Gouda cheese and smoked ham make sure you aren’t just sticking to the basics this year with your macaroni and cheese. This smoky dish will give a level of extra flavor to your Thanksgiving sideboard.

Recipe: Gussied Up Mac 'n' Cheese

We aren’t opposed to livening up a classic recipe for a special holiday meal, and this mac and cheese recipe gets it done. Andouille sausage, four different cheeses, and a hearty dose of heavy cream make this side dish a perfect new addition for Thanksgiving. Prepare in a baking dish or individual ramekins depending on your head count!

Recipe: Four-Cheese Macaroni Recipe

Pecans, ground red pepper, and Asiago cheese are a few standout ingredients in this elevated mac and cheese. A delicious mixture of chopped pecans, breadcrumbs, butter, and bacon top the dish before popping in the oven for that crispy finish.

Recipe: Best-Ever Macaroni and Cheese

The Test Kitchen concluded that this recipe is your fail-safe guarantee at mac-and-cheese success any day, making it an easy make-ahead choice for Thanksgiving. You get pockets of gooey goodness in every bite, thanks to the addition of cubes of Cheddar cheese that melt as the pasta bakes.

Recipe: Gnocchi Mac and Cheese

You get the best of both worlds with this mac and cheese dish with potato gnocchi. The richness of the potato gnocchi melds well with the cheeses to create a creamy, decadent dish perfect for a Thanksgiving feast.

Recipe: Macaroni and Cheese

There’s no skimping on ingredients that ensure the creamiest mac ever in this recipe. Sour cream, cottage cheese, and plenty of sharp Cheddar cheese make this dish an easy family favorite. Speckled with smoky bits of diced ham and topped with buttered breadcrumbs, this recipe made our collection of five-star recipes.

Recipe: Roasted Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

Tender spears of roasted broccoli take this best-ever mac and cheese recipe to the next level. The crisped, savory taste of well-roasted broccoli adds a holiday-worthy spin to your hearty Thanksgiving feast.

Recipe: Three-Cheese Pasta Bake

This dish works for holiday meals because it feels just a bit fancier than your old-fashioned mac and cheese. Penne pasta and creamy, white cheeses come together for a pretty dish full of indulgent flavor.

Step-by-Step Video: Over-the-Top Three-Cheese Pasta Bake

Recipe: The City and The Country Mac and Cheese

This recipe is perfect for the home-style Southern family that isn’t afraid of going all in this Thanksgiving. It is certainly indulgent, but well worth the extra full belly at the end of the day. This dish features two different types of ham—smoky brined city ham and salty country ham—with a hearty helping of cheese and heavy cream to end up with a crowd-pleasing Southern side dish.

Recipe: Uncle Jack's Mac-and-Cheese

There isn’t a more foolproof way to get your family full and happy on Thanksgiving than this dish paired with all of your turkey, dressing, and casseroles. This slow-cooker recipe is one of our ultimate favorites, thanks to a hearty use of cheese and minimal prep time.

Recipe: Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese

Stand out at the Thanksgiving meal by bringing this insanely good mac and cheese dish. Bacon, chives, pimiento cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and a splash of hot sauce are going to blow the lid off any other mac and cheese dishes on the Thanksgiving table.

Recipe: Skillet Mac and Cheese with Crispy Breadcrumbs

A hearty helping of mayonnaise gives a slight tanginess and so much creaminess when paired with mild ricotta cheese, along with Cheddar and Velveeta, and topped with buttery breadcrumbs. Cooking it in a skillet makes sure you’ll get plenty of the gooey cheese you’re looking for with a slightly crispy edge. You can double the recipe for a larger Thanksgiving crowd.

Recipe: Roasted Tomato Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Sliced plum tomatoes, oregano, and Parmesan cheese give the slightest Italian twist to a classic mac and cheese recipe. It’s worth stepping outside the Thanksgiving box to introduce some new flavors!