Best 3 Pizza Mac And Cheese Recipes

Pizza mac and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of two classic comfort foods. It's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, or for a fun and festive party dish. Whether you're a fan of traditional pizza or creamy mac and cheese, or if you're looking for something new and exciting to try, pizza mac and cheese is sure to please.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PEPPERONI PIZZA MAC AND CHEESE

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All the flavors of pepperoni pizza - think Italian seasoning, marinara sauce, pepperoni - infuse this fully loaded mac and cheese mash-up.

Provided by Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

Kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Two 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature
8-ounces sharp Cheddar, grated
1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
1/2 cup prepared marinara sauce
1/2 cup jarred sun-dried tomatoes in oil, roughly chopped, plus 1/4 cup of the oil
3 ounces sliced pepperoni, halved
1 cup dry Italian bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

For the mac and cheese: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package instructions for al dente; drain, reserving 1 3/4 cups of the pasta water.
Bring the milk, Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking until the milk reduces to 1 1/2 cups, about 15 minutes. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Gradually whisk in both the Cheddar and Italian blend cheeses, a handful at a time, until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the cooked macaroni and reserved pasta water to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Stir in the marinara sauce, sun-dried tomatoes and pepperoni and adjust the seasoning with salt. Pour into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Toss the bread crumbs, Parmesan and sun-dried tomato oil together in a small bowl until the crumbs are moistened and sprinkle evenly over the macaroni and cheese. Bake until bubbly and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

EASY MAC AND CHEESE PIZZA

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We loved Cici's pizza so much that we made our own mac and cheese pizza! It is quick and easy!

Provided by JMU Jen

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pizza Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crust
¾ cup cavatappi (corkscrew macaroni)
⅔ (16 ounce) jar cheese sauce (such as Ragu® Double Cheddar), divided, or as needed
1 tablespoon butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place pizza crust on a baking sheet.
Bring a small pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook cavatappi in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 10 to 11 minutes. Drain and return pasta to the pot.
Stir 1/2 the cheese sauce and butter into the cavatappi pot over medium heat until butter is melted and pasta-cheese mixture is combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Spread a thin layer of cheese sauce over the pizza crust. Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the cheese sauce onto the crust. Pour pasta-cheese mixture over the Cheddar cheese, and top with another 1/2 the cheese sauce.
Bake pizza in the preheated oven until golden and bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes. Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.9 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 59.5 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 1088.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SLOW COOKER PEPPERONI PIZZA MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE

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Provided by bubbles7380

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 pound shredded cheese (use an Italian blend or a combination of 2 or more cheeses such as mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack or fontina)
1 cup water
1 16-ounce jar pizza sauce
8 ounces sliced pepperoni, halved or quartered if large
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Steps:

Place uncooked macaroni in a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle in cornstarch and mix well, making sure that each noodle in lightly coated with cornstarch. Add the rest of the ingredients into the slow cooker. Mix well to combine. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, stirring after 1 hour. Serve hot.

Tips:

Use a variety of cheeses to create a flavorful mac and cheese. A good combination is a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Cook the macaroni until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy when baked.
Add some garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to the cheese sauce for extra flavor.
If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the mac and cheese before baking.
Bake the mac and cheese until it is bubbly and golden brown. This usually takes about 20 minutes.

Conclusion:

Pizza mac and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover pizza crust, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to make mac and cheese, give this recipe a try.