Beecher's Recipes

Not sure where to start? Check out some of these delectable recipes that take you step-by-step through how to make some of your favorite dishes.

Mac & Cheese (From Scratch)

From the first day we opened up our café in Pike Place Market, we started slinging mac and cheese. Now, nearly 20 years later, we consider ourselves professionals on how to make the perfect mac. 

Of course for us, it’s all about the cheese. Now, you may be tempted to make these recipes with another cheese, but Beecher’s Flagship is really what delivers the flavor, so be sure to stock up before you get started.

We’re an open book, so here we’ve shared how to make our well-known and loved “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese from scratch. Plus, if you’re looking to kick up the flavor, we’ve added a collection of embellished macs that will really impress everyone around your table.  So dig in! And if you have any questions – or new ideas to share – be sure to drop a comment.

How To Select: It all comes down to two questions – What are you craving? How much time do you have? These recipes aren’t complicated, but the amount of time needed to make a recipe from scratch can vary, so be sure to scan the prep times and ingredients before you get started! Short on time? No worries! We have you covered. Just pick up a “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese from your local grocery store and hop over to our recipes that start with that.
What To Prepare: Whether it’s for a night in, a family dinner, or a date night, you never know when one of these recipes will come in handy! Each recipe will have different preparation instructions, but as a whole – one thing will always remain the same. You will always need: 1. Flagship cheese 2. Just Jack or Dutch Hollow Dulcet cheese Luckily – we know a few places to stock up. Use our store locator on our "Where To Buy" page to find the goods near you, or place an order with us online!
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Total Time: 1 hour

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Serves 2 to 4

Beecher's "World's Best" Mac & Cheese

A time-tested crowd favorite, Beecher’s “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese features Beecher’s signature Flagship and Just Jack cheeses. A hint of spice and penne proves it’s not just for kids. 

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Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Dungeness Crab Mac & Cheese

The payoff on this recipe is pure, flavorful bliss - a rich, tender, luxurious mac and cheese dish, all in the comfort of your own home!

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Total Time: 50 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Pea and Prosciutto Mac & Cheese

One of the easiest embellishments to mac and cheese… But as anyone who's put a slice of cheese on a cracker knows, simplicity and flavor go hand-in-hand!

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Total Time: 50 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Caprese Mac & Cheese

A taste of summer for any time of year.

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Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Curried Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Calling all the adventurous foodies - this recipe is a must try!

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Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese

Do you love spicy, zesty, protein-packed recipes? If yes, this one's for you! Wings be darned, you’re sure to walk away from this mac and cheese full and satisfied, and with clean fingers to boot!

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Total Time: 50 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Pesto Mac & Cheese

If you love pesto and love cheese - you've struck gold because this is the tastiest recipe of the two you'll find!

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Total Time: 50 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Kale and Mama Lil's Mac & Cheese

Mama Lil's is a favorite here at Beecher's, and a staple of the Northwest, but sweet pickled peppers in any more always make for the most fun mac & cheese recipe add-on.

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Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Roasted Mushroom Mac & Cheese

Roasted mushrooms add a hearty touch to Beecher’s signature “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese. If you like mushrooms on pizza or stuffed with cheese, this will be your next go-to favorite.

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Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Red Fresno Sriracha Mac & Cheese

This Red Fresno Sriracha sauce is a Kurt Beecher Dammeier recipe, but is served daily at our Seattle steakhouse, The Butcher’s Table. A great pairing between sriracha and mac & cheese you’re sure to love!

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Total Time: 2 hours

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Serves 2 to 4 (as a side)

Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese

This recipe screams comfort food and is the delicious side for a date-night meal or even an entrée for a night in.

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Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

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Serves 2 to 4

Mariachi Mac & Cheese

This is the same great Beecher’s “World’s Best” Mac & Cheese recipe taken to a new level, with the spice of chilies and the addition of vegetables.

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