6 quick mac cheese recipes

These mac 'n cheese "hot dog" sliders are perfect for game day, a quick lunch, or a fun dinner for the whole family. The combination of creamy mac 'n cheese and savory cocktail sausages, or hot dogs, with a crunchy topping is a winning combination.

A quick, easy and delicious way to make mac and cheese. Adding some broccoli, bell peppers, and mushrooms makes it more nutritious too.

Three-ingredient cheese sauce from bechamel, sharp cheddar, and a dash of cayenne. A quick, versatile base for nachos, vegetables, mac and cheese, and more.

Cheesy macaroni and ham made from boxed mac and cheese mix with diced smoked ham and green bell pepper stirred in. A quick, kid-friendly upgrade to the blue box, ready in 30 minutes.

Quick baked mac and cheese made with cream of cheddar soup, a touch of mustard, and crispy bread crumb topping. Bubbly, cheesy comfort in 40 minutes flat.

Box mac and cheese transformed into a quick chicken cacciatore with seasoned canned tomatoes, green pepper, and cooked chicken stirred right in. A 40-minute shortcut dinner kids will devour.