52 Cheap Recipes That Start With a Box of Elbow Macaroni

Krista Marshall
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Easy Goulash

Do you keep a stocked pantry at all times? I think most of us would answer yes, even if the things we always want on hand might vary. Meal planning and cooking on busy nights are so much easier when you know certain ingredients are always sitting in your kitchen.

One thing I can always find in the cupboard no matter what, is elbow macaroni. Not only is it one of the most economical staples you can buy, there are so many things you can do with it. From simple casseroles to hearty pasta suppers and creamy macaroni salads, those tried-and-true elbows are a busy home cook's best friend. So, I rounded up 52 of the best elbow macaroni recipes for the next time you find yourself with an extra box.

Related: 75 Retro Recipes and Vintage Suppers You Will Remember From Your Childhood

What Can I Make with Elbow Macaroni?

If you browse any recipe book or blog, you will see countless ways to use elbow macaroni in recipes. Here are some of the most popular dishes we love to use it in:

Related: 101 Classic, Simple and Easy Pasta Recipes

What is the most popular way to use macaroni?

Just because you can do a thousand things with a box of elbow macaroni doesn't mean there isn't one utilization that sits atop the rest as being the number one choice. Can you guess it? Yes! Macaroni and Cheese, of course! In that spirit, this collection contains many different versions of the comfort food classic:

Related: 20 Best Instant Pot Mac and Cheese Recipes

Best Elbow Macaroni Recipes

When you launch the gallery you will find some things you probably expect, but also some great new ideas for classic macaroni. Easy Goulash has been a family favorite around here for four generations. There is a Homemade Hamburger Helper that will bring back all the childhood feels. The Cajun Pasta Salad would liven up your next burger night and the Budget Hamburger Casserole can save you some extra pennies.

Related: 65 Best Summer Pasta Salad Recipes

In my local grocery stores, I can usually find a one-pound box of elbow macaroni for a dollar or less. Talk about being able to stretch a buck! With these classic, new and unique recipes, I have so many reasons to stock up and make sure the pantry always has a box just waiting on me.

Easy Macaroni Recipes

<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Sure to become your go-to dish when time is short.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842574/kristamarshall/goulash/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Goulash;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Goulash</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related:60 <a href="https://parade.com/1157310/kristamarshall/easy-pasta-bakes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Pasta Bakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Pasta Bakes</a></strong></p>
<p>Jon Ashton</p><p>The pasta salad to beat all pasta salads.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1234985/parade/macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easiest, Homemade Macaroni Salad Recipe;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easiest, Homemade Macaroni Salad Recipe</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Every bite of this cheesy casserole tastes like a big plate of nachos.<br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842644/kristamarshall/nacho-beef-casserole/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Nacho Beef Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Nacho Beef Casserole</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>The best macaroni and cheese of your life begins with a sheet pan!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/sheet-pan-macaroni-and-cheese" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sheet Pan Macaroni and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Sheet Pan Macaroni and Cheese</a> </strong></p>
<p>Meal Makeover Moms</p><p>No mayo in this mac salad! Instead, it has a homemade dressing with an avocado base.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/54810/mealmakeovermoms/a-better-for-you-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Avocado Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Avocado Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>The macaroni boils right in the casserole, saving you time.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1253102/kristamarshall/no-boil-baked-macaroni-and-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:No-Boil Baked Macaroni and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">No-Boil Baked Macaroni and Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>This will take you back to your childhood without the box.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1170816/kristamarshall/homemade-hamburger-helper-with-take-you-back-to-your-childhood-but-without-the-box/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Hamburger Helper;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Hamburger Helper</a></strong></p>
<p>iStock</p><p>Ms. Yearwood knows great mac and cheese.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/trisha-yearwoods-slow-cooker-macaroni-and-cheese" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Trisha Yearwood's Slow-Cooker Macaroni and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Trisha Yearwood's Slow-Cooker Macaroni and Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>John Whaite</p><p>A delicious, low-stress skillet meal.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/940821/parade/mac-n-cheese-frittata-is-a-deliciously-crispy-low-stress-skillet-meal/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mac ‘n’ Cheese Frittata;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Mac ‘n’ Cheese Frittata</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>The restaurant classic can easily be made at home anytime you're craving it.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/copycat-cracker-barrel-restaurant-mac-150543159.html" data-ylk="slk:Copycat Cracker Barrel Restaurant Macaroni and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Copycat Cracker Barrel Restaurant Macaroni and Cheese</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1004638/daniscookings/best-copycat-olive-garden-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:30 Copycat Olive Garden Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">30 Copycat Olive Garden Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>This mac salad has a secret ingredient everyone will try to guess.<br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842620/kristamarshall/country-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Country Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Country Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Alison Ashton</p><p>Perfect for a lazy Sunday brunch.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/841657/alisonashton/ham-and-macaroni-au-gratin/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Ham and Macaroni Au Gratin;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Ham and Macaroni Au Gratin</a></strong></p>

Alison Ashton

Perfect for a lazy Sunday brunch.

Get the recipe: Ham and Macaroni Au Gratin

<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>This creamy macaroni and cheese is great when you don't want to turn the oven on.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/841789/kristamarshall/the-best-stove-top-mac-n-cheese-out-there/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Stove Top Mac n Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Stove Top Mac n Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>Chad A Elick</p><p>So delicious, the kids won't care if they are eating their vegetables.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:<a href="https://parade.com/65764/donnaelick/one-skillet-20-minute-mac-and-cheese-with-broccoli/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:One Skillet 20 Minute Mac and Cheese with Broccoli;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> One Skillet 20 Minute Mac and Cheese with Broccoli</a></strong></p>
<p>Christopher Testani</p><p>No need to hit the freezer section for this classic comfort food.<br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/eric-kims-copycat-stouffers-macaroni-174703220.html" data-ylk="slk:Copycat Stouffer’s Macaroni and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Copycat Stouffer’s Macaroni and Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>Jocelyn Ruggiero</p><p>With all the classic BLT ingredients, plus more, you will crave this salad.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842785/jocelynruggiero/blt-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:BLT Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">BLT Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Erin Schmit</p><p>A bowl of this cheesy soup is what you want to warm up with on a cold night.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842590/erinschmit/mac-n-cheese-soup/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mac 'n' Cheese Soup;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Mac 'n' Cheese Soup</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>A sweet and tangy macaroni salad with added crunch from fresh veggies.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/897629/kristamarshall/how-to-make-the-best-ever-amish-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Best-Ever Amish Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Best-Ever Amish Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Yep! There is beer in there!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1200242/kristamarshall/pub-mac-and-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pub-Style Mac and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pub-Style Mac and Cheese</a></strong></p>

Krista Marshall

Yep! There is beer in there!

Get the recipe: Pub-Style Mac and Cheese

<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Make a batch on the weekend and have lunch all week long.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/841684/kristamarshall/one-amazing-macaroni-salad-so-many-uses/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chicken Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chicken Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/1388138/kristamarshall/leftover-chicken-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:55 Best Leftover Chicken Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">55 Best Leftover Chicken Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Candace Floyd</p><p>A great starter recipe you can totally customize.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842018/candacefloyd/creamy-stovetop-macaroni-and-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Creamy Stove-top Macaroni and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Creamy Stove-top Macaroni and Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>ZENB</p><p>The cheesy flavor will have your kids asking for more.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/recipes/cauliflower-mac-and-cheese" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cauliflower Mac and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cauliflower Mac and Cheese</a></strong></p>

ZENB

The cheesy flavor will have your kids asking for more.

Get the recipe: Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

<p>Jessica Seinfeld</p><p>This plant-based macaroni and cheese will please everyone at your table.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1298697/alison-ashton/jessica-seinfelds-vegan-mac-n-cheese-will-please-everyone-at-your-dinner-table/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Vegan Mac and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Vegan Mac and Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>Krista Marshall</p><p>If you've never cooked with ground lamb, this is the perfect way to begin.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842147/kristamarshall/crock-pot-lamb-ragu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Crock Pot Lamb Ragu;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Crock Pot Lamb Ragu</a></strong></p>
<p>Wolfgang Puck</p><p>Wolfgang's version has three cheeses and is baked to perfection.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842159/alison-ashton/wolfgang-pucks-baked-macaroni-and-cheese-2/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Wolfgang Puck's Baked Macaroni and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Wolfgang Puck's Baked Macaroni and Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>Deanna Samaan</p><p>This mac salad tastes unlike any other you've had, thanks to green olives.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842622/deannasamaan/creamy-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Creamy Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Creamy Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Spend With Pennies</p><p>Comfort food with a kick!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.spendwithpennies.com/bacon-jalapeo-popper-mac-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Baked Jalapeno Mac and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Baked Jalapeno Mac and Cheese</a></strong></p>

Spend With Pennies

Comfort food with a kick!

Get the recipe: Baked Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>Sure to be a hit at every summer cookout you take it to.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.plainchicken.com/bbq-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:BBQ Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">BBQ Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>

Plain Chicken

Sure to be a hit at every summer cookout you take it to.

Get the recipe: BBQ Macaroni Salad

<p>Spend With Pennies</p><p>This hearty soup is a great use for leftover browned ground beef and is loaded with flavor.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.spendwithpennies.com/beef-and-macaroni-soup/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Beef and Macaroni Soup;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Beef and Macaroni Soup</a></strong></p>
<p>Spend With Pennies</p><p>This dish lets elbow macaroni come out to play on Taco Tuesday!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.spendwithpennies.com/beef-taco-pasta-skillet/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Beef Taco Pasta Skillet;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Beef Taco Pasta Skillet</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/42-easy-mexican-crock-pot-224705152.html" data-ylk="slk:42 Mexican Crock Pot Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">42 Mexican Crock Pot Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>How To Feed A Loon</p><p>Add a little Cajun kick to your next summer cookout.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://howtofeedaloon.com/cajun-pasta-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cajun Pasta Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Cajun Pasta Salad</a></strong></p>

How To Feed A Loon

Add a little Cajun kick to your next summer cookout.

Get the recipe: Cajun Pasta Salad

<p>Southern Bite</p><p>Even picky eaters can't argue with chicken, bacon and ranch!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://southernbite.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-mac-and-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chicken Bacon Ranch Mac n Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chicken Bacon Ranch Mac n Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>The Country Cook</p><p>Yes, you can make this classic dish in your Instant Pot!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/instant-pot-goulash/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Instant Pot American Goulash;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Instant Pot American Goulash</a></strong></p>
<p>The Country Cook</p><p>A tasty skillet meal that feeds a hungry crowd with leftovers too.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/cheesy-macaroni-skillet/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Cheesy Macaroni Skillet;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Cheesy Macaroni Skillet</a></strong></p>
<p>Southern Bite</p><p>A new twist on this nostalgic recipe everyone loves.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://southernbite.com/goulash-soup/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Goulash Soup;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Goulash Soup</a></strong></p>

Southern Bite

A new twist on this nostalgic recipe everyone loves.

Get the recipe: Goulash Soup

<p>The Country Cook</p><p>Add a tropical twist to your next summer picnic basket.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/hawaiian-style-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Hawaiian Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Hawaiian Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Cupcakes and Kale Chips</p><p>You only need five main ingredients to make this childhood classic.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cupcakesandkalechips.com/easy-beefaroni-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Beefaroni;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Homemade Beefaroni</a></strong></p>
<p>The Country Cook</p><p>A weeknight supper made in just minutes.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/instant-pot-sausage-macaroni-and-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Instant Pot Sausage Mac and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Instant Pot Sausage Mac and Cheese</a></strong></p>
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>A 20-minute meal where everything cooks in the same skillet.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.plainchicken.com/macaroni-beef-saute/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Macaroni Beef Saute;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Macaroni Beef Saute</a></strong></p>

Plain Chicken

A 20-minute meal where everything cooks in the same skillet.

Get the recipe: Macaroni Beef Saute

<p>Southern Bite</p><p>This simple meal is filled with Italian flavors.<strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://southernbite.com/one-pot-pesto-chicken-skillet/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:One-Pot Pesto Chicken Skillet;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">One-Pot Pesto Chicken Skillet</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/918452/kristamarshall/skillet-meal-recipes-for-busy-weeknights/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:28 Fuss-Free Skillet Meals;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">28 Fuss-Free Skillet Meals</a></strong></p>
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>Dump everything in the casserole dish and sit in the fridge overnight.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.plainchicken.com/overnight-chicken-tetrazzini/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Overnight Chicken Tetrazzini;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Overnight Chicken Tetrazzini</a></strong></p>
<p>Spend With Pennies</p><p>A grown-up version of this childhood classic.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:<a href="https://www.spendwithpennies.com/pesto-mac-and-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pesto Mac and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> Pesto Mac and Cheese</a></strong></p>

Spend With Pennies

A grown-up version of this childhood classic.

Get the recipe: Pesto Mac and Cheese

<p>The Country Cook</p><p>Store-bought pimento cheese is the star of this dish.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/pimento-cheese-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pimiento Cheese Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Pimiento Cheese Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>No need to boil the noodles! They cook right in the slow cooker.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.plainchicken.com/slow-cooker-macaroni-cheese-with-ham/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with Ham;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with Ham</a></strong></p>
<p>The Country Cook</p><p>A hearty, simple meal when you're exhausted and starving.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/chili-mac/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:The Best Chili Mac;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">The Best Chili Mac</a></strong></p>

The Country Cook

A hearty, simple meal when you're exhausted and starving.

Get the recipe: The Best Chili Mac

<p>Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen</p><p>Two classic dishes in on simple, delicious meal.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:<a href="https://bobbiskozykitchen.com/blt-mac-and-cheese/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:BLT Mac and Cheese;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> BLT Mac and Cheese</a></strong></p>

Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

Two classic dishes in on simple, delicious meal.

Get the recipe: BLT Mac and Cheese

<p>The Country Cook</p><p>Perfect for your next burger night.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thecountrycook.net/moms-macaroni-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:The Best Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">The Best Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>

The Country Cook

Perfect for your next burger night.

Get the recipe: The Best Macaroni Salad

<p>Basilmomma</p><p>Yes, you can entertain with an elbow macaroni dish too.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <a href="https://basilmomma.com/2012/11/sausage-and-white-bean-ragout-and-a-handy-app-vzwsg.html/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage and White Bean Ragout;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage and White Bean Ragout</strong></a></p>
<p>Julia's Simply Southern</p><p>An old-time dish that is just as loved today.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://juliassimplysouthern.com/2020/08/macaroni-and-tomatoes-recipe.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Macaroni and Tomatoes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Macaroni and Tomatoes</a></strong></p>
<p>Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen</p><p>A low-carb pasta dish with a homemade Swiss cheese sauce.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://bobbiskozykitchen.com/mushroom-swiss-cheeseburger-pasta/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mushroom Swiss Cheeseburger Pasta;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Mushroom Swiss Cheeseburger Pasta</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/55-best-mushroom-recipes-freshly-215802395.html" data-ylk="slk:55 Best Mushroom Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">55 Best Mushroom Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen</p><p>If you've never had crawfish, you're in for a real treat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://bobbiskozykitchen.com/jambalaya-pasta-with-crawfish-and-sausage/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Jambalaya Pasta with Crawfish and Sausage;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Jambalaya Pasta with Crawfish and Sausage</a></strong></p>
<p>Everyday Mom's Meals</p><p>A hands-friendly mac and cheese perfect for a party.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="http://everydaymomsmeals.blogspot.com/2015/08/hands-friendly-favorite.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mac and Cheese Cupcakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Mac and Cheese Cupcakes</a></strong></p>

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