Looking for an easy and delicious side dish for your Easter dinner? Find 24 best homemade mac and cheese recipes that are perfect for feeding a crowd at your holiday feast.
There is so much to love about Easter dinner, whether it’s the delicious glazed ham, the creamy sweet potatoes, roasted veggies, deviled eggs, or the buttery rolls. But, there is one holiday side dish that always steals the show (at least in our home), and it’s creamy mac and cheese.
Honestly, it’s the one side that everyone seems to reach for first, and there are rarely any leftovers because of how cheesy and delicious it is. So, I thought I would share some easy homemade mac and cheese recipes that include everything from stovetop versions to baked recipes and ultra-creamy slow cooker ideas that everyone will love.
The best part is that these crowd-pleasing mac and cheese recipes are not only great for holiday dinners, but they can also be enjoyed for an easy family meal, as they are kid-approved (even picky eaters can’t resist!) and budget-friendly because they use simple ingredients. Plus, they are perfect for BBQs and potlucks, making them the ultimate side dish for any occasion!
Looking for more easy side dish ideas for your holiday dinner?
These easy and delicious macaroni and cheese recipes include classic recipes for your holiday feast and recipes with a twist for a fun family dinner idea. Enjoy!
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Creamy Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
This creamy slow cooker mac and cheese is easy to make, extra cheesy, and perfect for the holidays or an easy weeknight dinner idea that kids love.
This French Onion Mac and Cheese has all of the flavors of a classic French onion soup. It is super cheesy and cooked from start to finish in one pot for a perfect holiday side dish everyone will love.
This delicious and creamy Orzo Mac and Cheese with bacon is made without a roux and has a sharp cheddar flavor for an easy dinner the whole family will love.
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese combines the flavors of a homemade cheese sauce with pasta and morsels of tender butternut squash for a delicious mac and cheese that's perfect for any holiday dinner.
Indulge with this baked four-cheese mac and cheese with a blend of colby-jack, swiss, extra sharp, and parmesan cheese for the cheesiest and creamiest flavor in every bite.
This creamy one-pan Gouda mac and cheese is made with a rich Gouda cheese sauce and baked until golden and bubbly. It’s perfect for weeknights and holiday meals!
This stovetop shells and cheese is a creamy mac and cheese recipe that the whole family will love. Perfect as a holiday side dish or a weeknight family dinner.
Try this stove-top Kielbasa Mac and Cheese with creamy beer cheese sauce, smoked sausage, and tangy sauerkraut for a delicious comfort food recipe that's perfect for family dinners.
This Southern Baked Mac and Cheese is rich, creamy, and loaded with sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and Velveeta. It's the perfect holiday side dish recipe!
This smoked mac and cheese with lobster puts a fancy twist on a classic. This smoked Gouda mac and cheese is such a delicious recipe that is sure to impress.
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