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!

cheesy pasta recipes photo collage.

Green Chile Mac and Cheese

This creamy green chile mac and cheese with diced green chile, elbow macaroni, and a creamy sauce with cheddar and Monterey jack cheese is the best kind of cheesy comfort food.

overhead shot of mac and cheese

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.

close-up shot of the ziti

Gruyere Spaghetti

This creamy gruyere spaghetti for two features a creamy gruyere cheese sauce, spaghetti, spinach, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. It’s a quick and easy dinner.

a pan of gruyere spaghetti with forks.

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.

tomato alfredo

Stovetop White Mac and Cheese

This white macaroni and cheese is so delicious with its rich and creamy cheddar-Fontina cheese sauce, tender pasta, and quick prep time.

close-up shot of the dish.

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 a quick 20-minute recipe! Creamy ricotta combined with Parmesan, herbs, and lemon makes a really delicious sauce.

the pasta and cheese sauce being mixed in a pot.

Goat Cheese Pasta

This spaghetti with spinach and goat cheese is so simple to make – perfect for busy nights when you need a quick and easy dinner!

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.

baked mac and cheese

Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo

A simple Alfredo is my go-to when I want something quick and cheesy for dinner. It has simple ingredients and is ready in about 15 minutes!

a pan of fettuccine alfredo.

I hope you give some of these cheesy pasta recipes a try soon!

Happy cooking,

April

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