Cheese pulls and saucy noodles are welcome at the dinner table anytime. The question is which pasta recipe to try first: a cozy French-onion-inspired mac n' cheese, pizza-pasta or tortellini Alfredo? Here are of our best 18 deliciously cheesy baked pastas to inspire tonight's dinner.
You won't be able to get enough of this pasta. It’s super-cheesy, with a quick hit of acidity from the pickles (they balance out the richness perfectly). And did we mention that there are crunchy bread crumbs on top? Get our Swiss fondue mac & cheese recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Which part is your favourite? Crunchy corners or the ooey-gooey centre? Get this classic macaroni and cheese recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Cured chorizo is a dried, ready-to-eat sausage and a good staple to boost the flavour of pastas and soups. Get this baked rigatoni with spicy chorizo recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.The original lasagna from Bologna, Italy, is a glorious but simple layering of noodles, creamy béchamel sauce and slow-cooked meat ragù. We think that’s still the most delicious version we’ve ever had. Get this classic lasagna recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.We didn’t know we could love macaroni and cheese any more than we already do. Then we tasted this recipe. Get our French onion macaroni and cheese recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.This versatile gourd makes a healthy alternative to carb pastas. Get our lasagna-stuffed spaghetti squash recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Pepperoni and Italian seasoning are the key to this pasta’s pizza-slice flavour. Get our one-pan pizza pasta recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Fast, easy and super-cheesy, this cream-based pasta gets an extra boost of flavour from crispy bacon, and some colour from bright green peas. Get our tortellini Alfredo with peas and bacon recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.As one of our favourites, this cheesy macaroni gets a boost from diced squash and a crispy finish with a golden, crumbed top. Get our macaroni and cheese with roasted butternut squash recipe.
Produced by Chantal Braganza and Stephanie Han Kim, Photography by Christie Vuong, Food Styling by Sage Dakota, Prop Styling by Andrea McCrindleEveryone’s favourite fall gourd can be used for so much more than just pie (though, that’s delicious too!). Get our pumpkin lasagna recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Because sometimes you really want lasagna, but you only have so long to make it. (It’s ready in just over an hour!). Get our one-pan lasagna recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Cheesy on the bottom and crispy on top, this dish is the ultimate in comfort pastas. Get our baked nacho pasta recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Cooked under the broiler, this creamy (and cheesy) macaroni has a hint of crispness, and is packed full of flavours. It’s sure to keep you warm and satiated on a cold night. Get our mac and cheese recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Try this creamy pasta loaded with veggies and cream cheese, topped with golden-crisp bread crumbs. Get our creamy spinach and artichoke baked pasta recipe.
Photo, Jody Pudge.Start with an easy Mornay sauce, add bacon, macaroni, top with cheese and bake! Get our skillet mac and cheese recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Mozzarella, spinach and cheese ravioli compliments the Italian sausages and cremini mushrooms in this hearty dish. It’s easy to make and will become a family favourite! Get this ravioli lasagna with sausage and mushrooms recipe.
Photo, John Cullen.Creamy and rich, each bite of this baked delight (shared by the domestic goddess herself) is to die for! Get Nigella Lawson’s gnocchi gratin recipe.
This tortilla lasagna is full of healthy, dark greens and lean ground meat. So why not give beef a break, and try it? Whether you choose turkey or chicken, you won’t be disappointed. Get our turkey tortilla lasagna recipe.
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