Macaroni and cheese in the year 2009 is making a come back, not only on food networks around the country but in the everyday homes of citizens like you and me. One might ask why this basic food is making its way back into fashion, but really it is simple. Macaroni and cheese is one of those foods that everyone loves, no matter what, and is a food that is easy to experiment with. You can have your basic Mac and cheese out of the box, or you can make a gourmet dish to impress your friends and family.

Here are two interesting macaroni and cheese recipes to try out:

- Spiffed-up Mac and Cheese Recipe

- Crispy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Spiffed-up Mac and Cheese

This recipe is for those who want to experiment with this dish, but also want it recognizable to the original. You will need a box of macaroni and cheese (any brand), a third cup of diced onion, two teaspoons of chives, a third of a cup of Gorgonzola crumbled cheese,, one egg, a third cup of bread crumbs, and two teaspoons of butter. You will first need to preheat your oven to 350F as you cook the macaroni and cheese as directed on the box. You also need to sauté the onions in butter until soft and brown, add the chives, cheese and egg. Once everything is cooked, pour it all into a loaf pan and bake for about half an hour.

Crispy Macaroni and Cheese

This crispy macaroni and cheese recipe is great, because it incorporates many different types of flavor into the old recipe. You will need a can of cream of mushroom soup (again, any brand), a half cup of milk, a half a teaspoon of mustard, a dash of black pepper, three cups of elbow pasta, two cups of grated sharp cheddar cheese, and a can of fried onions. With these ingredient, you make a thick soup and pour into casserole dish and bake it for about 20 minutes at 375-400F.

Macaroni and cheese is a great dish that does not just have to be for kids. Try your own mixture or use these recipes to add a little home comfort to your cooking.

By Joseph Devine