14 Gooey, Cheesy Pasta Dishes That Are Comfort Food Goals
Is there anything more satisfying than a plate of cheesy pasta? From creamy Alfredo sauces to bubbling baked ziti, these dishes deliver the ultimate in comfort and indulgence. Whether you’re craving something quick and easy or looking to impress with a decadent casserole, these 14 gooey, cheesy pasta recipes are here to make every meal feel like a warm hug. Get ready to twirl your fork and savor every delicious bite!
The Best Classic Lasagna Recipe
Nothing says love like a big pan of layered cheese, pasta, meat, and sauce. This Classic Lasagna recipe is always a crowd pleaser made with 4 simple layers, and comes together in just minutes with an easy hack. The oven does the rest for you! This classic meat lasagna recipe is a traditional Italian one and sure to become a family favorite in no time!
BAKED GOAT CHEESE PASTA
This baked goat cheese pasta with spinach and mushrooms is incredible! This is the baked goat cheese tomato pasta Tiktok inspired me to make, a recipe for pasta with goat cheese and spinach that is so easy and delicious!
20 Minute Baked Tortellini
This Cheesy Vegetarian Tortellini Bake comes together in about 20 minutes, with less than 10 ingredients, and all in one pan! It’s ideal for a busy weeknight when you’re short on time but still want to get a hot meal on the table!
One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta Recipe
This super simple 20-minute garlic Parmesan pasta will quickly become your family’s favorite easy weeknight dinner. It’s loaded with flavor but is made with simple ingredients and everything cooks in one pot!
Caprese Pasta Bake
Caprese pasta bake is an easy dump-and-bake summer recipe that the whole family will love! Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe is so easy to throw together and perfect for a quick dinner, a picnic, or a packed lunch!
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One Pot Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake
All of your favorite pizza ingredients and baked penne pasta wrapped into a hearty one pot Italian inspired pasta bake dinner! Italian sausage, pepperoni, loads of vegetables, sauce, melted cheese and pasta create a savory and satisfying combination!
Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole
This Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole is kid-friendly, filling, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Melty cheese, meaty sauce, and al dente pasta make this a great weeknight meal!
One Pot Mac and Cheese
Ditch the blue box and it’s endless ingredient list for this 20 minute, 9 ingredient REAL one pot mac and cheese. Your kids are going to love it and you don’t have to worry about feeding them ingredients you can’t pronounce!
Dump and Start Instant Pot Creamy Ziti
Dump and Start Instant Pot Creamy Ziti is saucy, cheesy and delicious. 20 minutes is all you need to make this creamy red sauce pasta dish!
Baked Mostaccioli Recipe
This Baked Mostaccioli Recipe is a deliciously creamy pasta dish that comes together quickly and is perfect for busy weeknights. It is made with a creamy red sauce, filled with ground beef for some great protein, and topped with melty mozzarella cheese!
Four Cheese Ravioli
Flavorful Italian cheeses perfectly wrapped in homemade pasta dough is pure comfort food. This might not be one of those quick weeknight recipes, but it certainly worth it and is better than any ravioli you’ll get in a restaurant!
Four Cheese Mac & Cheese
This Four Cheese Mac & Cheese is the perfect comfort food! This’ll be an irresistible side dish at your dinner table or get together.
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
This Pumpkin Mac and Cheese recipe is an easy, healthy baked pasta dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner! Lighter than your average mac and cheese thanks to the addition of pumpkin, it’s a vegetarian meal the whole family will love.
Buffalo Chicken Casserole
This creamy Buffalo chicken casserole combines spicy hot sauce and ranch-style flavor with chicken, cheese, and pasta for a hearty meal that’s so much easier than making chicken wings.
