Macaroni Pasta Recipes We Know You’ll Love

Fancy a delicious macaroni cheese recipe for tonight’s dinner? Or how about a macaroni bake? Browse some of the best macaroni pasta recipes from HelloFresh!

Discover HelloFresh's selection of tasty pasta recipes

Macaroni Pasta Recipes

Small and mighty, macaroni pasta is the store cupboard staple you need in your kitchen. Take a look through all of our macaroni pasta recipes and see what takes your fancy.

Pumpkin Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautifully sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese overload without losing any of the rich flavours. This one rewards your waistline as well as your tastebuds.

30 minutes | Medium | 2200 kcal

Pumpkin & Pancetta Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautiful, sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese over-load without losing any of the rich flavours.

30 minutes | Easy | 2100 kcal

Pumpkin Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautifully sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese overload without losing any of the rich flavours. This one rewards your waistline as well as your tastebuds.

30 minutes | Medium | 2200 kcal

Pumpkin & Pancetta Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautiful, sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese over-load without losing any of the rich flavours.

30 minutes | Easy | 2100 kcal

Pumpkin Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautifully sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese overload without losing any of the rich flavours. This one rewards your waistline as well as your tastebuds.

30 minutes | Medium | 2200 kcal

Pumpkin & Pancetta Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautiful, sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese over-load without losing any of the rich flavours.

30 minutes | Easy | 2100 kcal

Pumpkin Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautifully sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese overload without losing any of the rich flavours. This one rewards your waistline as well as your tastebuds.

30 minutes | Medium | 2200 kcal

Pumpkin & Pancetta Mac ‘n’ Cheese

If you’re the kind of person who usually avoids mac’n’cheese for health reasons, HelloFresh’s take is going to win you back. We’re using beautiful, sweet and creamy pumpkin to substitute a fair amount of that cheese over-load without losing any of the rich flavours.

30 minutes | Easy | 2100 kcal

Cooking Macaroni Pasta: Tips & Inspiration

Macaroni Pasta Recipes FAQ

What is the best cheese for macaroni and cheese recipe?

The best cheese for a macaroni and cheese recipe is cheddar, because it provides bags of flavour. It also melts smoothly in the sauce, creating a creamy and rich base for the macaroni pasta. Adding mozzarella is also a good choice, as it brings a moreish gooeyness, making an already hearty dish all the more satisfying.

How to store macaroni pasta?

Macaroni pasta is a great store cupboard essential to have in your pantry, as it has a pretty long shelf life. To get the most out of your macaroni pasta’s shelf life, store uncooked macaroni in a cool, dry place like your pantry. If stored in an air-tight container, dry macaroni can last for up to a year.

What is the difference between macaroni and pasta?

Macaroni is a category of pasta. Technically, 'macaroni' is a general word to categorise small and medium dried-pasta shapes, but the name has become synonymous with elbow macaroni. This is the small and curved, tubular-shaped pasta we know most often from mac and cheese recipes.

Can you freeze macaroni and cheese?

Yes. Freezing cooked macaroni and cheese is a great way to cut down on your food waste. Cooked mac and cheese will last in the freezer for up to three months. Remember to thaw thoroughly in the fridge before reheating.

How to prevent macaroni from going mushy?

To prevent macaroni from becoming mushy, we recommend cooking it until it is just al dente, which means it will still be slightly firm to the bite. To achieve this, boil your macaroni pasta for around 10-12 minutes. After draining, immediately rinse the macaroni under cold water to stop the cooking process and maintain its firmness.