The classic combination of ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and pasta but made the easy way, in the crock pot. ...get the recipe
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July 7th, 2025 is National Macaroni Day

When you hear the word "macaroni," your first thought might be "...and cheese." However, this versatile pasta enlivens a tremendous number of dishes, from cold salads, to hot casseroles and even soups.
Search for macaroni here on CDK and you'll discover the many possibilities for cooking with macaroni, just in time for National Macaroni Day.
Recipes to celebrate National Macaroni Day
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Italian Style Macaroni And CheeseServes/Makes 6 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
Made with provolone or jack cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, elbow macaroni, Italian sausage, butter or margarine, onion, garlic, bell pepper, mushrooms, flour, milk, oregano, dried basil ...get the recipe
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Low-Fat Baked MacaroniServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
With a few tricks up your sleeve you can make a creamy mac n' cheese bake that's lower in fat than your taste buds would believe. The crunch from parmesan bread crumbs on top help finish off the rich dish. ...get the recipe
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Roasted Vegetable Macaroni and CheeseServes/Makes 10 / Ready In: 1-2 hrs
Made with paprika, non-stick cooking spray, elbow macaroni, black pepper, salt, eggplant, mushrooms, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, zucchini, olive oil, garlic, all-purpose flour, low-fat ...get the recipe
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American Macaroni PizzaServes/Makes 6 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
Macaroni and pizza were both Italian to start out with, but a combination of the two is totally American. A mac n' cheese crust topped with pizza toppings is sure to be a hit with the kids. ...get the recipe
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Fancy Macaroni And CheeseServes/Makes 8 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
Two kinds of mushrooms and a three-cheese blend dresses this recipe up a bit without making it pretentious. After all, it's still just mac n' cheese. ...get the recipe
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2-Step Macaroni And CheeseServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
All you need to do for this 2-step mac and cheese recipe is boil your pasta, then mix in your sauce and cheese for a delicious dish that's ready to go on the table in just 20 minutes! ...get the recipe
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Polka Dot Macaroni And CheeseServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
Polka dot macaroni is a kiddy classic. Sliced up hot dog "polka dots" baked on top of creamy mac n' cheese is fun and impossible for kids to turn down. ...get the recipe
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Tetrazzini-Style Macaroni CasseroleServes/Makes 12 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
A baked pasta dish made with cooked turkey or chicken (great for using up leftovers), ham, olives, and cheese in a cream soup sauce. ...get the recipe
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Eyes Of Texas CasseroleServes/Makes 6 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
Ham, macaroni and crunchy corn chips turn them into a scrumptious casserole that would belong on any table in the Lone Star state. If you want to be really true to Texas, make a double batch. ...get the recipe
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Baked Old Fashioned Macaroni And CheeseServes/Makes 8 / Ready In: 30-60 minutes
There's nothing quite like a classic mac and cheese recipe, and this baked old-fashioned recipe is the perfect example of why this dish is so beloved. ...get the recipe
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One-Pot Pasta With Italian ChickenServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
A delicious one-dish meal. Chicken, mushrooms, tomatoes, and garlic are cooked in a skillet with your choice of pasta. ...get the recipe
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