I need a good macaroni recipe - besides the usual mac & cheese please. My son loves it, but I am trying to vary the way it's prepared so he can expand his culinary horizons too! Share recipes if you have any that have worked for your kid (aged 11).

Oooh I love macaroni!! For the sauce, I warm up some heavy cream, melt two types of cheese: cheddar (to add some bite) and parmesan (for nutty flavor). In a separate pan, I saute chopped garlic and chopped bacon in butter. And then I toss in steamed broccoli florets. When everything's coated in yummy butter, I toss in cooked macaroni and coat the noodles as well. When all flavors are incorporated, I pour the sauce. And then!!!! I put them all in a casserole, pour grated cheese on top (any quick melt cheese would do), then put it in the oven at about 180C until cheese has melted and turned golden. Enjoy!!! :)