10 Irresistibly Cheesy Pasta Recipes

I love a cheesy pasta dish, so I’ve gathered up 10 of my favorite recipes for you to try. There are quick and easy ones, hearty baked pasta, and a few of my favorite mac and cheese recipes. I hope you find some new ones to try!

Green Chile Mac and Cheese

This green chile mac and cheese with mild cheddar and Monterey jack cheese. This recipe starts on the stovetop and finishes under the broiler and is the best kind of comfort food. It’s creamy and rich with green chile flavored infused into the cheese sauce.

Baked Ziti

Homemade baked ziti is always a favorite! It’s easy to make, and each bite has layers of pasta, sauce, and four kinds of cheese. It combines ricotta, provolone, Parmesan, and mozzarella, so it’s extra cheesy and delicious.

Gruyere Spaghetti

Pasta coated in a creamy gruyere cheese sauce with spinach is a decadent (and easy!) pasta recipe for two. It’s perfect for those nights when you want to satisfy a pasta craving.

Sundried Tomato Alfredo

You only need 5 ingredients for this easy sundried tomato Alfredo! The tart sundried tomatoes balance out the richness of the Alfredo sauce. It’s so delicious you’ll want to eat it straight from the pan.

Stovetop White Mac and Cheese

This white mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food dish! Tender pasta coated in a creamy cheese sauce made with two kinds of cheese: white cheddar cheese for that classic flavor and fontina so the sauce is extra creamy.

One Pan Baked Penne

This baked penne is a super easy pasta recipe. Everything – including the pasta and frozen meatballs – bakes in one oven baking dish. It’s an excellent dinner for weeknights!

Ricotta Pasta

Lemon Ricotta Pasta is ready in 20 minutes and bursting with fresh flavors from lemon juice, fresh herbs, and a kick of heat from red pepper flakes. It is the best summer pasta recipe—creamy but light and so easy to make.

the pasta and cheese sauce being mixed in a pot.

Smoked Gruyere Mac and Cheese

Rich, creamy, and ridiculously easy! This one pot smoked gruyere macaroni and cheese turns four simple ingredients into something unforgettable. No roux, no fuss, and just creamy comfort in every bite.

a pan of macaroni and cheese with a wooden spoon.

Goat Cheese Pasta

This creamy goat cheese spaghetti is quick and easy! It’s a simple 20-minute pasta recipe for when you want a comforting dinner fast.

Baked Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese

Baked mac and cheese is always a classic. My favorite way to make it is with two kinds of cheese, creamy bechamel, and elbow macaroni. It’s the perfect side dish for holiday meals or whenever you’re craving some seriously cheesy pasta.