Whether 8 or 80, who can resist macaroni and cheese for dinner? While boxed versions will always have a place in our hearts and cabinets, homemade recipes are really where it's at. From stovetop varieties to breadcrumb-topped and baked, there's a macaroni and cheese recipe just for you!
Stovetop Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: It's better than Kraft . . .
Get the recipe: stovetop mac and cheese [2]
Baked Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: This one guarantees supersmooth (not grainy) cheese sauce. Plus, just look at those toasted breadcrumbs on top.
Get the recipe: baked mac and cheese [3]
Italian Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: Eggs and parmesan make up the creamy sauce, so it's technically vegetarian carbonara.
Get the recipe: Italian mac and cheese [4]
Lobster Baked Macaroni and Cheese
What makes it special: Um, hello — the addition of LOBSTER.
Get the recipe: lobster baked macaroni and cheese [5]
Bacon and Pea Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: Almond milk and Greek yogurt lighten things up. You know, so you can indulge in all the bacon.
Get the recipe: bacon and pea mac and cheese [6]
Popcorn Shrimp Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: Instead of breadcrumbs, this mac is topped with popcorn (aka fried) shrimp. Yeah yer!
Get the recipe: popcorn shrimp mac and cheese [7]
Jalapeño Popper Mac
What makes it special: Any fans of the game-day snack will go crazy for this stuff.
Get the recipe: jalapeño popper mac [8]
Macaroni and Cheese With Brussels Sprouts and Bacon
What makes it special: This recipe makes it not so difficult to sneak in some vegetables.
Get the recipe: macaroni and cheese with brussels sprouts and bacon [9]
Pimiento Macaroni and Cheese
What makes it special: Evaporated milk ensures the sauce is extracreamy.
Get the recipe: pimiento macaroni and cheese [10]
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: Buffalo wings meet mac and cheese (or should we say meats?).
Get the recipe: buffalo chicken mac and cheese [11]
Creamy Garlic Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: It's made in a slow cooker.
Get the recipe: creamy garlic mac and cheese [12]
Sheet Pan Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: The breadcrumb/melted cheese to macaroni ratio is finally even.
Get the recipe: sheet pan mac and cheese [13]
Gruyere and Bacon Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: This recipe doesn't shy away from rich ingredients like cream, gruyere, and lots and lots of bacon.
Get the recipe: gruyere and bacon mac and cheese [14]
Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: Mashed sweet potatoes contribute to the cheese sauce. Weird but hearty.
Get the recipe: sweet potato mac and cheese [15]
White Chocolate Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: Yes, white chocolate is an actual ingredient.
Get the recipe: white chocolate mac and cheese [16]
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: This is Michelle Obama [17]'s recipe!
Get the recipe: cauliflower mac and cheese [18]
Truffle Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: Brie and truffle butter, 'nough said.
Get the recipe: truffle mac and cheese [19]
Slow Cooker Ultra Creamy Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: The pasta cooks right in the crockpot.
Get the recipe: slow cooker ultra creamy mac and cheese [20]