--- title: "22 Creamy Dreamy Gourmet Recipes for Mac and Cheese ..." description: "Smoked Gouda Takes Mac and Cheese to the Next Level; Mac and Cheese with Gruyere, Cheddar, Blue Cheese and Bacon; Warm Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake; Havarti and Spinach Mac and Cheese; Truffled Macaroni and Cauliflower Gratin with Parmesan, Gruyere and Fontina; More ..." url: "https://food.allwomenstalk.com/creamy-dreamy-gourmet-recipes-for-mac-and-cheese/" category: "food" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 22 Creamy Dreamy Gourmet Recipes for Mac and Cheese ... Macaroni and [cheese](https://food.allwomenstalk.com/tasty-cheeses-you-have-to-start-cooking-with-today/) is the ultimate comfort food, isn't it? While it's very hard to turn down a big bowl of Kraft mac-n-cheese, there are lots of easy, gourmet ways to prepare it yourself. These recipes are perfect for impressing someone and can be a meal all by themselves. Save the Kraft for when you are comforting yourself through a breakup or a crappy day at work. Whip these up the rest of time and you'll be one happy girl. ## 1. Smoked Gouda Takes Mac and Cheese to the Next Level ![Smoked Gouda Takes Mac and Cheese to the Next Level](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d9/kn/vrwcdcof554a3418842d0811730948_600x904.jpg) Source: [Minimal Monday: Smokey Gouda Mac](https://theviewfromgreatisland.com/smokey-gouda-mac-cheese/) ## 2. Mac and Cheese with Gruyere, Cheddar, Blue Cheese and Bacon ![Mac and Cheese with Gruyere, Cheddar, Blue Cheese and Bacon](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lz/ej/evi400fu554a341baea77540106052_360x460.jpg) Source: [Grown Up Mac and Cheese](https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/grown-up-mac-and-cheese-recipe-1937496) ## 3. Warm Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake ![Warm Ham and Cheese Macaroni Bake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h8/e7/pvedninb554a341c8af05595861095_600x600.jpg) Source: [Ham Cheese Macaroni Bake Recipe](https://www.food.com/recipe/ham-cheese-macaroni-bake-345510) ## 4. Havarti and Spinach Mac and Cheese ![Havarti and Spinach Mac and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zj/uz/xd3011ab554a341ceff8e765197715_600x900.jpg) Source: [Havarti Spinach Mac and Cheese](https://www.lifeasastrawberry.com/havarti-spinach-mac-and-cheese/) ## 5. Truffled Macaroni and Cauliflower Gratin with Parmesan, Gruyere and Fontina ![Truffled Macaroni and Cauliflower Gratin with Parmesan, Gruyere and Fontina](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bc/mg/hiq053gd554a341c6c693011151315_440x661.jpg) Source: [Truffled Mac and Cheese](http://www.zencancook.com/2012/03/truffled-macaroni-cauliflower-gratin/) ## 6. Roasted Poblano Peppers and a Trio of Cheeses ![Roasted Poblano Peppers and a Trio of Cheeses](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gz/ks/y1y4xquu554a341c937fc545954019_400x400.jpg) Source: [Mac and Texas Cheeses With](http://www.southernliving.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) ## 7. Healthy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese ![Healthy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/b1/ey/gun7e36f554a341d1a8b9454415183_600x900.jpg) Source: [27 Delicious And Healthy Meals](https://tasty.co/article/deenashanker/healthy-meals-with-no-meat) ## 8. Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese with Garlic Chicken ![Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese with Garlic Chicken](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/j4/g2/nfnnmctu554a341dc7482665587570_400x885.jpg) Source: [CrockPot Mac and Cheese with](https://www.slowcookerfromscratch.com/) ## 9. Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese ![Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/va/ip/b76iu4h7554a341e4d615054631711_600x900.jpg) Source: [Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese](https://www.tasteandtellblog.com/cheesy-goodness/) ## 10. Macaroni and Cheese with Caramelized Onions and Bacon ![Macaroni and Cheese with Caramelized Onions and Bacon](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mq/n4/j4u52ip2554a341deb9bc605249413_250x250.jpg) Source: [Macaroni and Cheese with Caramelized](https://goo.gl/IppfWt) ## 11. Cajun Mac and Cheese with Andouille Sausage ![Cajun Mac and Cheese with Andouille Sausage](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hv/sn/ahl2dm1x554a341ebce63478928473_456x640.jpg) Source: [Cajun Mac & Cheese](https://www.plainchicken.com/cajun-mac-cheese-calphalon-giveaway/) ## 12. Lobster Macaroni and Cheese _ Source: Sumo's Sweet Stuff: .:Mouth Watering_ ## 13. Three Cheeses, Prosciutto, Sundried Tomatoes and Panko Bread Crumbs ![Three Cheeses, Prosciutto, Sundried Tomatoes and Panko Bread Crumbs](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hb/qa/gm737ays554a341ecffcf177149397_600x900.jpg) Source: [“Grown-Up’s” Mac n’ Cheese with](https://thecozyapron.com/baked-mac-and-cheese/) ## 14. Crab and Macaroni Bake ![Crab and Macaroni Bake](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l1/so/igw0hc22554a341f15585333941350_260x347.jpg) Source: [thenibble.com](http://www.thenibble.com/reviews/main/cheese/cheese2/gourmet-macaroni-and-cheese-recipe.asp#recipes) ## 15. Pancetta Mac and Cheese ![Pancetta Mac and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/w5/d0/tm9erqmw554a341f44c05434863906_333x500.jpg) Source: [Pancetta Mac-n-Cheese](http://lickmyspoon.com/recipes/pancetta-mac-n-cheese/) ## 16. Emeril's Seafood Mac and Cheese ![Emeril's Seafood Mac and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ob/j4/in6r6m96554a341fbda53870429899_520x650.jpg) Source: [Emeril's Seafood Mac and Cheese](https://www.marthastewart.com/318196/emerils-seafood-mac-and-cheese?czone=food/comfort-foods-center/comfort-foods-dishes) ## 17. Three Cheese Jalapeño Popper Macaroni and Cheese ![Three Cheese Jalapeño Popper Macaroni and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h4/qs/syst7goc554a34201c9bd911773124_587x880.jpg) Source: [Three Cheese Jalapeño Popper Macaroni](https://goo.gl/EA80uL) ## 18. Pepperoni Mac and Cheese ![Pepperoni Mac and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jh/pw/pwdn2vg7554a34203a749146722085_550x491.jpg) Source: [Jam Hands: Pepperoni Macaroni and](https://www.jamhands.net/2011/05/pepperoni-macaroni-and-cheese.html) ## 19. Baked Pumpkin Mac and Cheese with Kale and Cauliflower ![Baked Pumpkin Mac and Cheese with Kale and Cauliflower](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r9/p2/n4da3h4m554a3420aa73f725533540_400x600.jpg) Source: [The Bojon Gourmet: Baked Pumpkin](https://bojongourmet.com/pumpkin-mac-and-cheese-kale-cauliflower-gluten-free/) ## 20. Mushroom and Truffle with Sea Salt and White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese ![Mushroom and Truffle with Sea Salt and White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xe/k6/fhgnibf8554a3420b19dc529837591_500x750.jpg) Source: [Big Bear's Wife: Mushroom and](https://goo.gl/ymG0lL) ## 21. Brie Mac and Cheese with Caramelized Apple and Onion Compote ![Brie Mac and Cheese with Caramelized Apple and Onion Compote](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/k4/xe/nshpyf9g554a342160230051932639_600x800.jpg) Source: [Brie Macaroni and Cheese with](https://goo.gl/fH5OQY) ## 22. Chicken Mac and Cheese with Asparagus and Broccoli ![Chicken Mac and Cheese with Asparagus and Broccoli](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ph/i0/vx82rigr554a3421a773e072178655_600x800.jpg) Source: [21 Day Fix: Chicken Mac](https://goo.gl/WIYnuG) I'm pretty sure I'm having macaroni and cheese today, but it's so hard to choose which recipe to make. 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