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| Em's Mac n' Cheese Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2002 Show: Emeril Live Episode: Comfort Cooking Overall User Rating:  |
Best Mac & Cheese Ever!
12/30/2006 at 11:33am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My girlfriends and I made this at a party and it was the best macaroni and cheese we ever had! It's now a staple at my family gatherings. For a little more kick, I usually add more of the Emeril's Essence to the top mixed with the breadcrumbs. But it's absolutely delicious!
Great!
12/30/2006 at 10:08am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have served this to people who like creamy mac & cheese and those who prefer more casserole-like mac & cheese. It was a hit with both! I usually add more cheese to the casserole, with the same amount on the top. Also good with white cheddar.
Homemade Mac n Cheese-good!
12/30/2005 at 10:39am
User: Gail from Acworth, GA User Rating:
I have never made homemade mac n cheese. This was pretty easy and quite tasty. I will definitely make and take this recipe.
Best Mac & Cheese Ever!
12/30/2004 at 09:50am
User: CHRISTIE from Charlotte, NC User Rating:
The Cayenne Pepper really adds a fantastic dimension to this dish. It is creamy and delicious! YUM.
My favorite!
12/27/2005 at 05:37pm
User: Becky from Siloam Springs, AR User Rating:
I just made this recipe as a side dish for my Christmas turkey dinner. Amazing! I took some of the other reviewers' advice and added an extra 1/2 cup of cheese to the sauce, for a total of 3 cups of shredded cheese instead of 2 and 1/2. I used 2 cups of mild cheddar and 1 cup of colby jack. In the bread crumb mixture I used colby jack for the required amount of cheese there. The combination of cheeses made the flavor wonderful! My husband doesn't really like cheese, especially cheddar, but he loved this dish! I am an avid mac-n-cheese fan and this is now BY FAR my absolute favorite recipe! It is easy to make and the texture is amazing...so smooth and creamy! The bread crumbs on top are amazing. I did not have prepackaged bread crumbs on hand, so I just toasted a slice of whole wheat bread and then ground it up in my blender to make fine crumbs. Worked like a charm. I am going to make this recipe again on my birthday in a few weeks, as a special treat. It's better than any other mac-n-cheese I've had in my whole life, and I've had a LOT! Yum!
GREAT Recipe
12/27/2005 at 03:33pm
User: Erin from Colonie, NY User Rating:
This recipe is amazing! I use an entire block 8oz of sharp cheddar cheese, rather than the 6oz. It is great, and wonderful as leftovers. Very easy and great for when you need comfort food!
Awesome Mac & Cheese
12/26/2004 at 05:34pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We made this mac & cheese for our Christmas Eve party and it was a hit with all of the guests.
The best
12/24/2006 at 05:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is simply the best mac and cheese we have ever eaten.
EM's Mac n'Cheese
12/24/2004 at 09:11pm
User: KEN from Anaheim, CA User Rating:
Best we have ever had!
Wow -- so yummy!
12/22/2006 at 11:27am
User: Jade from Chattanooga, TN User Rating:
I have never had a mac and cheese recipe that tasted this delicious! I doubled the recipe for a party and received so many compliments. I tweaked it a little bit and was very happy with the results. I added rosemary to the macaroni while it was boiling, then I also added more rosemary and sun-dried tomatoes just before pouring into a casserole dish. The suggestions to add more cheese were right on (I added a little Velveeta and a package of Kraft Classic Melts as well). This is easy to make and well worth the effort. It is just as good reheated the next day as well!
Creamiest Macaroni and cheese Ever!!
12/22/2004 at 10:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is such a creamy macaroni and cheese. Add a little extra cheese in the sauce as well as the top of it and it will be an extra special treat!
yummy
12/20/2006 at 05:19pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
yummy
Soooo Gooood!!!
12/20/2006 at 02:44pm
User: Sue from Rochester, NY User Rating:
I have NEVER made a roux, let alone homemade macaroni and cheese. I mustered up the courage, and gave it a try. It was FABULOUS. Very easy to do, very little time invested, and really tasty. I even made a little bit more than what was in the recipe-- kind of "upped" the amounts and it still came out GREAT!!
You can't mess this up!!!
12/20/2006 at 11:44am
User: rachel from lakewood, CO User Rating:
I started the recipe, as a mad rush for a quick addition to some collard greens and cornbread, only to find out I had only 1 cup of milk and a package of shredded "pizza medley" cheese...it still turned out GREAT!! The lesser milk and creamier cheeses made this recipe a knock out- in fact, I am going to stick to my "messed up" recipe in the future as it tasted so good. Thanks for starting me in the right direction Emeril.
Creamy goodness!
12/19/2004 at 02:08am
User: KIM from santa ana, CA User Rating:
My husband likes simple ingredients. So this is just the perfect recipe. It doubles well, and my co-workers love when I walk in with a pan of leftovers. It was even better next day.
great for a party
12/17/2006 at 09:36am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very easy. Good for kids and adults. Everyone loved it.
mac cheese noodle
12/17/2004 at 01:14am
User: LARRY from Pensacola, FL User Rating:
mac cheese caserole
Best and easiest I've ever had!
12/15/2006 at 09:40am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My husband made this in about 30 minutes. He used the Barilla brand wheat elbows, which was just delicious (not heavy and wheaty like other wheat pastas)! I highly recommend around the holidays when everyone is turkey and hamed out. Easy to double for large groups and compatible with any side dishes.
Yummo
12/15/2005 at 01:09am
User: Mary from Brooklyn, NY User Rating:
Excellent. Love the crunchy goodness on top.
Disappeared!!!
12/13/2005 at 09:44am
User: Barbara from Lake Worth, FL User Rating:
I made this for my son's first birthday party and it was literally gone - every last scoop - by the end of the evening!!! Try it - it's delicious and creamy. My only suggestion is to use soft, fresh breadcrumbs - I used breadcrumbs from the can and it made the topping too dry for my taste. Thanks Emeril!!!
Thanksgiving Hit
12/13/2004 at 08:43pm
User: DEE from Los Angeles, CA User Rating:
This macaroni and cheese recipe was the creamiest recipe I've ever made. The Essence really added a special flavor to the usual topping of cheese.
Delicious!!
12/10/2007 at 04:39pm
User: Aimee from Deerfield Beach, FL User Rating:
If you are a purist when it comes to mac and cheese then this recipe is for you. This classic recipe is simple perfection. It is creamy and cheesy and I love the bread crumb topping. A winner in my recipe book!!
Creamy and Delicious
12/09/2007 at 11:18am
User: CYNTHIA from Morgan Hill, CA User Rating:
I'm not a mac and cheese fan but whenever I make this for others it gets rave reviews. I've also added small bits of ham and/or smoked sausage to it to make it more hearty for dinner.
Pretty Tasty
12/08/2007 at 08:31pm
User: Jacqueline from bixby, OK User Rating:
This was my first time making macaroni and cheese, and it was pretty good. The recipe was simple and easy to follow, and the end result, was good, but not spectacular. My family recieved it well, and it's a great basic macaroni and cheest recipe.
Best Mac n Cheese ever!
12/08/2006 at 12:55am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
*****
awesome!
12/07/2005 at 11:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
best mac n cheese i've had! i love the crunchy top layer...i used 2% milk instead of whole milk and it still came out amazing.
Yummy Mac
12/06/2005 at 11:55pm
User: Julie from Forest City, NC User Rating:
Watched Emeril make this a few years back and it's been a family staple ever since. It takes a few mintues to make but it's worth every minute.
A YUMMY experiment!
12/05/2006 at 09:23pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I was in a bind...needed to make something for a potluck the next day and only had 1/2c shredded cheddar in the fridge...so I used Velveeta instead! I am NOT a frequent Velveeta eater...I keep a 1lb brick in the pantry ONLY to make chips and queso whenever we have margaritas, but I was in a bind so I used it instead of the cheddar...and the mac was delicious! It was rich and creamy and yummy! I went ahead and used the 1/2c cheddar I had in the topping w/the breadcrumbs, as per the recipe. Since I had a 12 oz bag of macaroni, I did 1 1/2 times the recipe, substituting 1 lb of light Velveeta for the cheddar. I also used a combination of 2% and skim milk. I will try the original recipe next time, but this Velveeta experiment came out very tasty!
Excellent
12/05/2006 at 02:25pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Quick, Easy and Excellent
Yummy!
12/02/2007 at 10:19am
User: Summer from Galena, OH User Rating:
My husband and I love this recipe. It is the best Mac and Cheese we have ever had. It is easy to make and is a hugh hit at partys. I am always getting requests for this.
Big hit of the night!!!! BAM!!!
12/01/2007 at 10:04pm
User: Cindy from Little Neck, NY User Rating:
I decided to make this for Thanksgiving and it was the best mac and cheese ever!!! Everyone was asking for the recipe. I will definitely make this again.
mary's vote
12/01/2007 at 11:27am
User: Mary from Wichita Falls, TX User Rating:
excellent and easy recipe - just like my Mother's.
Just What I Wanted
11/30/2004 at 07:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was a great recipe. It was just what I was hungering for. I would definately make this again.
Don't use the breadcrumbs
11/28/2006 at 01:23pm
User: Michele from Downey, CA User Rating:
I made this receipe and followed it exactly. Prior to placing the breadcrumbs on top, I tasted it. It was wonderful!!!!!!!! Creamy & rich. I then placed the breadcrumbs on top and placed it in the oven. It was no longer creamy & rich and the breadcrumbs seemed to dry out the dish. It was a good dish, I will make this again, but with out the breadcrumbs.
Awesome Mac
11/28/2005 at 07:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I am not the greatest cook, but this was very easy and it tasted great. My kids even liked it!
Great
11/28/2004 at 08:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Best mac and cheese ever!
its ok
11/27/2006 at 10:56am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i found this to be a little dry. also the bread crumbs didn't get crunchy like i thought they would
The BEST mac & cheese EVER
11/26/2004 at 04:20pm
User: JILL from Lexington, SC User Rating:
I have been searching high and low for the perfect mac and cheese recipe and I have now found it!!! This mac is cheesy, creamy-simply out of this world!!! I made it for Thanksgiving and it was consumed with rave reviews. I loved the flavor of the spices mixed with the topped cheese. I have found "my" forever mac and cheese dish!!
Great for adults!
11/24/2006 at 10:51pm
User: Maranda from Oliver Springs, TN User Rating:
I added this for Thanksgiving dinner, all of the adults loved it, but it wasn't that great for the small children, who ofcourse wanted it more than anyone, I would definitely serve it for adults, it gives a little twist to the traditional and tastes great!
Gooey Cheesy Goodness!
11/24/2005 at 07:00pm
User: Kara from Aliquippa, PA User Rating:
I am a first time mac and cheese cooker and this recipe came out great! I could not believe how easy it was! Although I cannot lie, the cheese that I used was on the cheap side, so it was a little bland, but with the right cheese it would have been five stars!!! The perfect side dish for Thanksgiving!!!=)
Best mac and cheese ever
11/22/2006 at 10:51am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I always get rave reviews for this dish. It's one of my favorites and a great comfort food.
A Definite Keeper
11/17/2007 at 08:49am
User: null from null, null User Rating:
This was a great recipe - even for the picky eaters...I added cooked broccoli and chicken to the dish, then topped with bread crumbs, baked, and served as a main course. Will definitely make this again.
Good and Classic
11/16/2006 at 03:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Made it last night. It was a good, traditional mac and cheese. Next time I'd add more cheese to the sauce though.
This was fantastic ... definitely a keeper
11/15/2006 at 02:29pm
User: Jeffrey from Ottawa, IL User Rating:
I made this with my daughter, who was craving real mac and cheese (compared to the powdered stuff from a box) but didn't like all the recipes containing onion. This was simple, had great cheesy taste (make sure to use the sharpest cheddar you can) and was even better the next day -- although there wasn't much left as some people in our house didn't even get to sample any. We did substitute panko bread crumbs for the topping and the crispy goodness made this just about perfect. Will definitely be making this again soon!
everyone loved it but I made with 1lb macaroni
11/14/2007 at 07:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
everyone loved this dish but when I made according to recipe...1/2 pound of macaroni clearly was not right and I used 1 lb macaroni
a hit with kids and adults
11/13/2006 at 10:03pm
User: Lisa from Jamestown, RI User Rating:
This is a good basic homemade mac and cheese recipe. It's very rich and creamy. I only deviated from the recipe in two respects: 1) I omitted the crumbs on top, since I was serving to adults and kids, and I was afraid the crumbs would scare kids off; and 2) I used a combination of cheddar and parmesan cheeses.
yum
11/13/2006 at 03:10am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I tried this recipe last year for thanksgiving and everyone loved it. It's requested every year now by my family.
Yummy and Creamy
11/09/2004 at 06:41pm
User: AMY from Spokane, WA User Rating:
This Mac N Cheese is awesome. Will definitely make it again. Took longer to prepare for us beginners.
Good Mac
11/06/2005 at 08:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a good macaroni but not as cheesy as expected. Added some Chipotle to this recipe. I recommended this recipe as is and maybe some cheddar cheese.
Deee-lish!
11/06/2005 at 05:44pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great gourmet mac and cheese! More of a baked alfredo style. Very rich.
Yummy and Easy
11/04/2004 at 04:38pm
User: STACY from vancouver , WA User Rating:
Very good recipe. I saw him making this on tv last night and i just had to try it. I didn't feel like making the essence so I used alittle season salt and it was very good that way too. I also added about a 1/2 cup extra cheese on top and put it under the broiler when it was done baking to make it toasty. Didn't have any bread crumbs but it was fine without them.
Not so impressive
11/03/2007 at 07:50pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I was really excited when I found this Mac and Cheese recipe. The sad thing is I can cook very well, but have never been able to master this simple dish without a recipe. I followed this recipe exactly as written. My macaroni was soupy and slightly grainy, it didn't taste cheesy, and the breadcrumb crust left much to be desired. There are better recipes on this site for basic mac and cheese that have a lower rating, so don't always go by the perfect score.
The best tasting Mac & Cheese ever!
11/01/2007 at 02:37pm
User: Kristen from Sneads Ferry, NC User Rating:
This recipe exactly as is was the best tasting mac & cheese I have ever made. It was creamy, the top crunchy...oh sooo good. YUMMY!
best mac and cheese yet
10/25/2005 at 12:00am
User: Joseph from Burlington, NJ User Rating:
i cant say nutting but its good
Awesome
10/21/2006 at 12:02am
User: CINDY from Acworth, GA User Rating:
Husband loved this. Great flavor and the crumb topping adds great texture. Really good comfort food.
Not much flavor
10/19/2005 at 11:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have loved everyone of your recipes until this one. I just felt that it had no flavor in the cheese sauce. I replaced the bread crumbs with panko "italian" seasoned crumbs and mixed the cheese with that. I have to admit, that was the best part of this mac and cheese. Sorry!
A must try!!
10/16/2004 at 06:42pm
User: SAMANTHA from Vilas, NC User Rating:
This stuff is sooo good! Every time my brother-in-law comes into town he begs me to make this for him and my husband even brags to his friends about it. Plus, it's almost impossible to mess it up! Try it as soon as possible!
YUM YUM YUM!
10/15/2007 at 12:27pm
User: Karen from Puyallup, WA User Rating:
WOW love this recipe - I did add some spinach and a little extra cheese on top. My daughter loves mac & cheese and this one is a keeper! The essence really makes this dish pop! Thanks Emril!!!
The best mac n' cheese
10/14/2006 at 07:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent and so easy.. Very creamy and tastey. I recommend this.. absolutely..
Easy and tasty!
10/12/2007 at 09:36am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was easy to make. My family loved it!
Pasty...
10/11/2006 at 11:59pm
User: Mirielle from Dallas, TX User Rating:
I'm not sure but I think the flour in this recipe is all wrong. Maybe I didn't wisk enough but it tasted ok but was pasty. Like paste...you know?
Love it! great to reheat.
10/10/2007 at 11:01am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
A great recipe for mac & cheese. The best part if you don't finish it all, you can refrigerate, reheat and it looses none of it's flavors. My nephews love it and the 14 year old even took his first cooking recipe from me to learn how to make this dish.
DEE-lish!!!!
10/09/2006 at 03:38pm
User: Kelly from Adrian, MN User Rating:
This was the best mac n cheese I have ever tasted!! Very easy to make and everybody in the family loved it. Even my husband who is a very basic meat and potatoes kind of guy. My 11 month old was shoveling it in so fast we couldn't keep enough in front of him. I initially thought I'd have to freeze some of it because it made so much, but the leftovers were gone in 2 days!!!!!
Not good
10/08/2007 at 10:58am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
After reading all of the reviews, I was hopeful that this was going to be a great recipe. I think the recipe calls for too much flour in the roux. All we could taste was the flour - it was not cheesy or creamy at all (I even added extra cheese as many reviewers suggested.) Very disappointed and will keep searching for the perfect mac and cheese recipe.
It was just okay.
10/06/2006 at 09:18pm
User: Jennifer from South Berwick, ME User Rating:
I made this for my family tonight and got mixed reviews. Personally I thought it was just okay. I probably would not make it again.
Best Mac n' Cheese recipe ever!!!
10/06/2005 at 10:47pm
User: Justine from Warwick, RI User Rating:
This recipe is wonderful! There was an omission though: pats of butter atop the crumb topping to induce browning. I make this all the time, and can easily add more heat when in the mood! Enjoy
Yummy
10/04/2007 at 10:02am
User: Sarah from Boston, MA User Rating:
This mac and cheese was very good. I sauteed some prosciutto and added it to the macaroni. Also, I didn't use the essence in the topping, but mixed bread crumbs and panko with melted butter for a crunchy topping. It was delicious.
BEST Mac and Cheese Ever
10/04/2005 at 07:55am
User: trisha from brooklyn, NY User Rating:
I can't believe how cremy this was, even the next day! The essence really adds for a great twist. This recipe doubled easily. This was the best mac and cheese I've ever tasted. This is THE mac and cheese recipe.
Tasty goodness
09/30/2004 at 08:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Fabulous! Great eats, easy to make.
Great Comfort Food!!
09/29/2007 at 07:05pm
User: Cortney from Silver Spring, MD User Rating:
I was looking for a great comfort food to make on a lazy Saturday and this pasta hit the spot. My boyfriend loved it so much he asked if I could make it on a weekly basis!
Tasty
09/29/2007 at 01:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was delicious, although if you are looking for a creamy mac and cheese, this is not it. My family prefers the creamy style so I will stick with that.
Excellent
09/27/2007 at 07:27pm
User: Lacey from Cordova, TN User Rating:
I have tried for 10 years to find the right mac and cheese recipe. My poor husband just eats it and shuts up. I have tried Paula Deen's but hers is too dry, I did not care for a few others that I tried from this website. Then I found Emeril's--it was delicious and came out perfect. If you like cafeteria mac and cheese like Luby's or Franke's this is the one. The cream sauce takes a little longer to cook than 4 minutes and I added more cheese, and oh man!!!! My husband just said as I was typing this, "I would eat seconds but I don't dare, I am about to explode!" Try this recipe it is sooooo good!!
Best Mac n Cheese, needs a few adjustments.....
09/25/2007 at 11:46am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I read everyone else's review before making this mac n' cheese and there were some very good suggestion for altering this recipe. I used 2 cups cheddar cheese and 1 cup colby jack cheese and it came out excellent. I also used about half the breadcrumb on top. I used just enough to cover the top. Also, before you move the mac n' cheese to the baking dish, taste it to see if you need to add more salt and pepper.
Throw away your blue box!
09/24/2006 at 05:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best Mac 'n Cheese I've ever tasted. My husband, who would live on Mac n' Cheese if he could, loves this! It's easy to make, and very tasty. Add a bit more Essance for a more "grown-up" taste. Yummy!
Delicious
09/21/2005 at 01:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very easy & cheesy, quick meal.
good but....
09/19/2007 at 09:57pm
User: DAREN from Florence, KY User Rating:
I hate to be the spoiler here but I thought it was a little to dry for my tatse. This is not comfort food. I made as directed and was disappointed. Not creamy at all. The rue started out nice but I think the bread crumbs absorbed all the moisture during cooking. I will try it again with some changes.
FANTASTIC!!!
09/14/2006 at 09:52am
User: Elizabeth from Rowlett, TX User Rating:
This is THE BEST mac n cheese I have ever made or tried. I can't rave about it enough. I did make a few modifications to the recipe. I used about 2 1/2 cups skim milk instead of whole, reduced the butter to 4 TBSP and used cooking spray for the casserole dish instead of butter. I also reduced the flour a bit because I reduced the butter. I substituted Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning for Essence, and didn't mix any cheese in with the bread crumb mixture (so I covered the dish for most of the baking to avoid over browning). I also increased the cheese to 3 cups as others advised, but mixed medium cheddar with mild to give it more bite. FANTASTIC!! Definitely try this recipe, you will LOVE it.
Yummy!!!!
09/13/2005 at 08:27pm
User: MAYA from Marietta, GA User Rating:
This was my first time making homemade macaroni and cheese and it was delicious! Everyone had seconds!
Yummy
09/13/2004 at 01:05am
User: JANELLE from San Diego, CA User Rating:
This recipe is a little on the high-maintenance side in that you really should pay attention to how many minutes the recipe says to do this or that. As long as you follow the recipe to a "t", it's great! Crunchy top layer with the creamy macaroni. The recipe says to be careful not to brown the flour/butter mixture--no kidding. If you brown it, this recipe comes out sloppy and soupy.
Amazing!
09/12/2006 at 04:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very easy and delicious
FINALLY!
09/09/2007 at 11:25am
User: DAVID from Denver, CO User Rating:
So tired of reading all the FN recipes that call for a bunch of eggs. Not in my mac n'cheese thank you very much. This is the real deal.
Emeril's Mac and Cheese
09/09/2006 at 08:46am
User: Joyce from Stokes, NC User Rating:
I made this for my family on9/7/06, I got so many compliments, all was eaten. I also cooked turkey wings and country collard greens with ham cubes.
I was expecting more...
09/06/2007 at 04:21pm
User: Rachel from Sandpoint, ID User Rating:
This recipe was very bland and not as creamy as I would've hoped. I would try and find a more flavorful recipe for mac and cheese.
the best i have ever had!!
09/06/2006 at 05:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
what can i say it doesnt get any better
Too good and easy!
08/26/2007 at 07:14pm
User: TAMMY from Ridgefield, WA User Rating:
I substituted 1/2 cup of gouda for some of the cheddar, and it was AWESOME! And as for kids not liking it... my daughter couldn't get enough of it! I think we are done with that blue box.
Was Craving Mac and Cheese
08/26/2007 at 04:31pm
User: Sherry from Taunton, MA User Rating:
Oh man this was exactly what I was craving. I love the "essences" you add to it, it makes it different from most. It was easy to make once you have the essences made...you have plenty of that left for other recipes :) Thanks Emeril!
Much better than a box!
08/21/2005 at 05:12pm
User: RANDY & DENISE from The Woodlands, TX User Rating:
My daughter grew up on the boxed stuff and when I made this she was hooked. She even took the recipe back to college and made it for her friends.
The only mac & cheese I will ever make again!
08/20/2007 at 09:32pm
User: amber from massillon, OH User Rating:
SO GOOD! Just be careful & don't do what I did the first time I made it... I got distracted & accidentally added the entire recipe of essence (it follows the mac & cheese recipe)Oops, I remade it right away & will never even look for another mac & cheese recipe~
Every thing you ever wanted
08/19/2004 at 03:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Tis mac-n-cheese was the best I have ever had. My family loved it, and they are vary picky about food. If you want your kids to eat serve them this.
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!
08/18/2007 at 10:55am
User: Lisa from Roanoke, VA User Rating:
THIS RECIPE IS JUST PERFECT! CREAMY AND RICH. EVERY ONE OF MY GUESTS LOVED IT AND ALSO ASKED FOR THE RECIPE. DEFINITELY THE BEST MAC AND CHEESE I HAVE EVER MADE!
Very Good
08/15/2005 at 08:09pm
User: HEATHER from Southlake, TX User Rating:
Very good. Everyone liked it. I cut down on the spice as it would have been to spicy for my toddlers.
sooo good
08/15/2005 at 10:22am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
made this for a cookout and it received rave reviews - next time i'll add more cayenne and use crushed ritz crackers instead of breadcrumbs.
Awesome recipe
08/11/2005 at 02:47pm
User: Kristin from Windsor, CT User Rating:
I've made this a number of times for my husband and friends. People always rave about it. The essense really helps kick up the flavor.
Easy but a bit off
08/10/2004 at 12:35am
User: CORIE from DeKalb, IL User Rating:
We really liked this recipe, but the amounts seem to be really off. We think the amount of salt is directly related to the type of cheese you use. Overall, it is very simple and a favorite, but you have to tweak it slightly every time to get the right result.
fantastic
08/08/2007 at 01:03am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
just plain rich n' tasty
Uh-mazing
08/01/2007 at 01:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish definitely has some kick. I didn't realize that I should have saved the "essence". Next time I would go light on it, otherwise it's got a lot of kick. I didn't have cayenne pepper and left it out (I didn't miss it at all). Easy to make and will make again!
good comfort food
07/31/2006 at 08:46am
User: Lauren from Greenacres, FL User Rating:
If you add an extra 1/2 c. of cheese and leave out the Essence, this dish still has some kick from the cayenne. I'm going to try it next time using more breadcrumbs too. But if you follow the basic recipe, you can't go wrong!
Just Okay.
07/30/2007 at 07:02pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I found that the texture was grainy, and it was not that cheesey. I would use more and different cheeses. I found it to be dry. My guest said they liked it, but I was not sure.
The Best!
07/27/2006 at 05:34pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have now made this recipe several times, and it is always delicious. My husband could make a meal out of it! The best mac & cheese recipe out there!
Good start...
07/27/2006 at 06:13am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I followed the suggestion of others to use more cheese; in fact, I used a total of 4 cups and it wasn't the slight bit cheesy. My boyfriend asked where the cheese was. I sauteed some ground beef with onions and garlic and added it to the total mixture before baking and it turned out really good. I would try this recipe again but I'm going to make sure to use LOTS of cheese. It also came out a tad bit bland; so, I'll also add some more salt.
bland
07/24/2006 at 06:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
not all that good. . .very bland
Best Mac and cheese ever!!!
07/23/2006 at 06:56pm
User: patricia from pensacola, FL User Rating:
This was so simple to make! I used cellantani pasta, used colby and sharp cheddar ( a little more than suggested and I made my own Essence. It came out superb!
Perfect! Just a little more cheese
07/23/2006 at 11:38am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Everyone at my party loved it! I got frustated in the step where you add flour, butter then milk because the flour was clumping up, but hang in there, that goes away after several minutes and the milk does thicken. I added 2 1/4 cups of cheese to the sauce and added 1 cup of cheese to the top - more cheese is always better in my book! Tastes restuarant quality.
Not a Kid Pleaser
07/15/2007 at 07:06pm
User: Lynn from Durham, ME User Rating:
As reviewed by my 13 year old, 11 year old, and 9 year old: "I didn't like the flavor of the cheese and thought there was too much cheese in the recipe. I also thought it was too pasty/creamy. We like Ina's macaroni and cheese much better. Your 'BAM' was a BUST!"
s'wonderfun, s'marvelous
07/13/2004 at 06:23pm
User: KRISTEN from Yukon, OK User Rating:
My family loves this one. I use a whole pound of macaroni though and add about an extra cup of cheese to the sauce. Fills an 8X13 pan for my whole family of 6. For a fulfilling meal I add cubed ham and one chopped and sauted onion. The kids eat it up!!! Yummy Yummy Yummy!!!! BAM!!! Kristen in Oklahoma
Best Mac and cheese ever
07/11/2005 at 10:33pm
User: Stephanie from San jose, CA User Rating:
We LOVE this recipe. We sometimes have to cook the sauce longer than indicated so that it's thick.
Excellent Mac n Cheese
07/09/2006 at 06:58pm
User: Nicole from South Saint Paul, MN User Rating:
There seems to be a lot of liquid before baking, but make sure you use all of it! Excellent!!
Alright
07/02/2007 at 07:13pm
User: Desiree from Killeen, TX User Rating:
It was not that great. It needed some flavor and the seasoning on top was not good at all. it seemed like it should have been seasoning for chicken.
Good stuff!
07/02/2006 at 01:15pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the perfect mac 'n cheese recipe: easy, great flavor, & everyone loves it!
Easy - Creamy - Cheesy
06/29/2007 at 08:45pm
User: debbie from Scottsville, VA User Rating:
Very good taste. The essence really adds a good taste and just a little zing. Don't cook macaroni as long as it calls for or it will be to mushy. Otherwise great recipe !
This Recipe is a Keeper
06/29/2006 at 08:26am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was love at first bite, this recipe will stay in my collection. The only things I would do differently are 1) Double the recipe. 2) If I don't double it, use a 3 qt dish as recommended. I used a 5 qt (because it was all I had) and it was too spread out for the amount of breadcrumbs used (I opted for panko, delicious!). 3)Cut essence in half. It was too spicy for my 12 y/o (who eats salsa on a regular basis). Emeril, thank you for making me a hero with this recipe.
Finally!
06/26/2006 at 02:40pm
User: laura from Plattsmouth, NE User Rating:
Finally a macaroni and cheese recipe that doesn't have a long list of specialty ingredients that is easy and tasty too! I also like the Emeril's Essence recipe that is included with this recipe. I made up a batch and, WOW! This is going to go into a whole lot more than just mac and cheese! Thanks!
It is all about the cheese!
06/25/2007 at 10:15pm
User: Katie from El Segundo, CA User Rating:
This mac and cheese is wonderful, but the cheese you use determines just how yummy it is - so splurge on the best sharp cheddar you can find (also use about 1/2 a cup more than the recipe calls for)- I used a 7 year old cheddar from Whole Foods ($15/lb) and I have now served it to about 45 people & they all, and I mean all, loved it. At the last party people were warning their friends/loved one to make sure to get some before it was gone. I did not make the topping - I used Panko Bread crumbs, but tossed them in melted butter first (about 3tbs per cup - it is all about the butter!) Happy eating :)
Simple and tasty
06/24/2007 at 10:24pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was soooo easy and made great leftovers. Will definitely make this again.
Blah
06/23/2007 at 04:59am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Didn't think this was anything special
Easy but too plain
06/21/2006 at 04:32pm
User: Heather from Macedon, NY User Rating:
It was pretty plain and the topping did not come out right. It was an easy recipe to follow and it fills you up.
YUM!
06/21/2005 at 06:32pm
User: HALLEY from suwanee, GA User Rating:
this dish is delicious! The best mac and cheese I've had, even my kids liked it. Thanks for sharing a great recipe!
Delicious!
06/15/2004 at 07:52pm
User: MARGIE from Somerset, NJ User Rating:
This turned out really good. Makes a nice amount for a family supper.
Knock-out Mac and Cheese
06/11/2007 at 12:26pm
User: Ciara from Chicago, IL User Rating:
This recipe was so easy that a child could do it. My 10 year old brother loves it, and requests it often. I like to add just a dash more of paprika when I'm seasoning it. Paired with italian breadcrumbs, it can really round out an Italian style meal for a taste that both adults and children enjoy.
Great!
06/11/2006 at 09:42pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This mac & cheese came out very good. After reading the reviews, I left off the bread crumbs and added about an additional cup of cheese and a little more Essence. Very tasty and it's a keeper in my house.
The best ever!
06/10/2007 at 07:36pm
User: Melissa from Roanoke, VA User Rating:
I have never had mac-n-cheese so rich and creamy. Just delicious!!! I added some melted butter to the topping and it made it so crispy and delicious! We loved it! I will make this a staple in my home!
I'm in love
06/09/2007 at 02:55am
User: Brittany from Miami, FL User Rating:
This is better than my moms! :O
This is the best mac & cheese ever!
06/09/2005 at 01:03pm
User: MICHELLE from portland, OR User Rating:
By far the best I've ever made and possibly the best I've had. Good stuff!
Decent
06/08/2006 at 06:33pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was just okay, didn't really like the topping, but the mac n' cheese part was pretty good.
Yummy, rich, and gooey!
06/06/2007 at 06:38pm
User: Heather from Okeechobee, FL User Rating:
I took and combined this recipe with Tyler's ultimate mac 'n cheese. Yum, yum, yum.
Puts all other macaroni and cheese to shame
06/04/2004 at 02:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Best macaroni and cheese ever. I like to add a little extra cheese to the sauce, but that's just personal taste. Everyone I know loves it. Favorite recipe.
very tasty
05/31/2007 at 10:03pm
User: Nancy from Platteville, CO User Rating:
although i knocked half the package of cayanne pepper into this dish, i was able to save it without having to start over. very tasty loved the topping
"Must have" recipe!
05/31/2004 at 12:11am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've tried many on this site, but I always come back to this recipe. In my opinion, a lot of the other recipes bake up a bit too "dry" for my liking. Em's is quite gooey. And of course, it's simple and tastes great!!
YUMMY
05/30/2006 at 06:00pm
User: HOLLY from Silverdale, WA User Rating:
I have been trying to find a baked mac and cheese recipe like this for a long time. This is by far the best mac and cheese that I have ever eaten!
Nice and Creamy
05/29/2008 at 08:48pm
User: Janet from St. George, UT User Rating:
My family all gave this macaroni and cheese a thumbs up. I did follow another reviewer's suggestion and added more cheese. I used about 8 oz. rather than the 6 recommended. I also intend to use sharp cheese next time (I only had medium) for a little extra flavor. Next time I make this dish I plan to mix the bread crumbs with a little melted butter rather than the cheese as the cheese ended up getting hard and crunchy and looked rather unappetizing.
Family Pleaser
05/29/2006 at 04:39am
User: Sandra from Kentwood, MI User Rating:
What a wonderful dish! Using a rue as the base for this classic comfort meal provides the creaminess we crave without requiring an obscene amount of cheese. The adults and kids at my dinner party raved about this one.
FANTASTIC MAC & CHEESE
05/27/2004 at 05:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
SERVED THIS DISH MANY TIMES... A FAVORITE THATS REQUESTED OFTEN...
Very good
05/24/2007 at 02:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We add an extra half cup of cheese (extra sharp cheddar).
Amazing!
05/24/2005 at 08:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My family loved it and so did I
little twist
05/15/2007 at 05:46pm
User: Caylin from oswego, NY User Rating:
i made this with alphabet pasta and it was PERFECTLY cheesy for the little one :) She loved it and so did we!!
Great version of a classic dish
05/15/2007 at 09:45am
User: Erin from Central, SC User Rating:
I made this last night and it was wonderful! It was different from the traditional mac and cheese, and the flavor was very tasty. I really liked how the paprika and cayenne added to the flavor. It was very creamy and delicious. Definitely a keeper!
Excellent mac and cheese
05/08/2007 at 01:41pm
User: Kiki from Walker, MN User Rating:
What a great recipe - the two mac and cheese lovers in my house gobbled it up. Very creamy with a nice little zing in the crust. MMMMMMMMmmmmmmmm!
Em's Mac & Cheese
05/02/2007 at 06:54pm
User: SHIRLEY from Islamorada, FL User Rating:
Love this recipe. Very hearty & flavorful with the spice. I substituted rigatoni for the macaroni. Very easy. Loved it!
Yummy!
04/30/2007 at 06:29pm
User: Rebecca from Roeland Park, KS User Rating:
Great and cheesy. I also used 3 cups of cheese instead of 2 1/2 cups. Next time I think I will use a little less breadcrumbs on top.
wonderful
04/30/2006 at 11:52am
User: patricia from hazel park, MI User Rating:
this mac and cheese was wonderful my brother who does not like mac and cheese loved this one.
Mac n' Cheese
04/22/2007 at 03:54pm
User: CAROL from Round Rock, TX User Rating:
I make this often. Sometimes I use different cheeses, but the same recipe. My little grandson loves it.
THE BEST EVER!!!
04/20/2008 at 03:59pm
User: natalie from sonoma, CA User Rating:
This recipe is fabulous whether you bake it(breading) or not. If you don't like the breading (I love it, boyfriend hates it)---don't bake it but make sure you add all of the spices from the breading to the mac----such great flavor! Cayenne is not optional. This is the best mac and cheese recipe!
Excellent
04/19/2007 at 07:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent family meal
love it.
04/17/2007 at 04:56pm
User: tammie from antioch, CA User Rating:
my sister made this dish now the whole family is hook.
very good, but...
04/12/2007 at 05:13pm
User: Barbara from Mission Hills, CA User Rating:
For my family it didn't need the extra essence on top or leave out the cayenne. It was a little hot.
Loved it
04/11/2006 at 01:45pm
User: Victoria from Eugene, OR User Rating:
This recipe was great, and worked perfectly with whole wheat pasta. I did not use the Essence, but did have Italian seasoned bread crumbs that needed to be used up, and they completely made the dish! the seasonings worked perfectly with this meal, and without it I may have worried that it would be to 'bland' for my taste. Great recipe, and added to my recipe box
good'n'creamy
04/08/2005 at 07:30pm
User: KIM from Bedford, TX User Rating:
My family really loved this mac n'cheese recipe. But they didn't care for the topping. Next time I'll leave it off.
Best Mac N Cheese
04/07/2007 at 09:54am
User: Judith from Cincinnati, OH User Rating:
my family specifically requests this particular mac n cheese recipe everytime we are having mac n cheese. Its a classic.
Crowd Pleaser
04/02/2007 at 11:47am
User: Pam from Myrtle Beach, SC User Rating:
This was a mac and cheese my family loved. Will definitely make again.
A STAPLE!
04/01/2006 at 10:22pm
User: Rose from Bayonne, NJ User Rating:
I've made this a dish a lot and it's ALWAYS a hit! It's really delicious! My friend just had a baby and i made her and her husband a meatloaf and em's mac and cheese. She says she still craves it!
They couldn't get enough!
04/01/2005 at 09:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this recipe for my book club meeting - they raved. Very creamy.
Don't throw out the Blue Box yet
03/29/2008 at 12:10am
User: Erika from Bozeman, MT User Rating:
I was expecting this recipe to be a lot better given the 5 stars it has received. I am highly disappointed. Like some others have noted, it is quite bland. I used extra sharp, high quality cheddar as well as extra amounts of it to try to combat this problem, but it didn't work. There is definitely something missing to this recipe. (The bread crumb topping, however, is great when made with fresh bread crumbs and not those out of the canister.) On the other hand, my husband, who isn't much of a food person and doesn't like strong or varied flavors, liked it a lot. So I suppose for people like him this is a fantastic dish.
Simple and easy
03/29/2006 at 03:31pm
User: Crystal from Brick, NJ User Rating:
You can't mess this up. It was so simple and my incredibly picky stepson devoured it.
Em's Mac n' Cheese is Umm Umm Good
03/28/2005 at 11:30am
User: RHONDA from orange, MA User Rating:
Maximum gastronomical return on minimal investment, took no time to prepare and I love the fact all of the ingredients are usually hanging around the cupboard. A comfort food crowd pleaser. I skipped the breadcrumb topping, no one skipped going back for seconds.
Needs changes
03/27/2007 at 04:55pm
User: Heather from Sacramento, CA User Rating:
I love Emril and most of what he cooks but this one needs help. I had to add another 1 1/2 cups of cheese to the sauce and my son (and I) did not like the breadcrumb topping. BUT, make those changes and this is wonderful.
Awesome Mac and Cheese
03/27/2006 at 03:34pm
User: Cheralyn from Lutz, FL User Rating:
My family and I loved your recipe. My husband usually does not like mac and cheese but ate 3rds of this. My son loved cooking it with me, and my older son loved it to. Thanks Emeril you're the best!!!
I LOVE MAC AND CHEESE
03/26/2006 at 06:23pm
User: ADRIENNE from Asheville, NC User Rating:
I made this today--my first homemade mac and cheese. It's really creamy with a nice little crust on top. I am not a very good cook, but this was EASY and YUMMY! This is my new potluck dish.
Great--but use sharp cheddar
03/25/2008 at 10:42am
User: Heather from Wesley CHapel, FL User Rating:
or it's too bland
The Best Mac & Cheese
03/24/2008 at 03:30pm
User: Jessica from Chepachet, RI User Rating:
I made this dish for Easter dinner and my family