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Chef Joe's Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Recipe courtesy Chef Joe Randall Show: The Best Of Episode: Prix Fixe Overall User Rating: 
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Yuck.
06/12/2008 at 09:32pm
User: Tanisha from Park Forest, IL User Rating:
This has to be the worst macaroni and cheese I've ever tasted. Don't waste your money. I made this for dinner tonight, and nobody liked it. Nobody finished theirs, so I basically just threw my money away on this one. Take my advice and try another recipe.
Yummy!
04/27/2008 at 11:26am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My kids always liked the "blue box" macaroni and cheese. Now that it's just my husband and I, we're trying different recipes to suit ourselves. This was the first one, and it was great! However, next time I will reduce or even omit the cayenne pepper. It was too hot for my husband.
Wonderful yet easy
03/22/2008 at 02:56pm
User: Brian from Sachse, TX User Rating:
I am a mac and cheese fanatic and this is one of the best recipes that I've run across. It's easy to make and modify to suit your own taste.
great tasting
03/19/2008 at 08:52pm
User: Mary Beth from Otisville, NY User Rating:
I have made this recipe many times & have found it to be easy to make. My husband & I have always enjoyed this. We have used idffernent cheeses, but have found cheddar works the best, although an italian blend also comes out very tasty.
Delicious!
02/24/2008 at 10:00am
User: Lavinia from Deltaville, VA User Rating:
This turned out great! I did, however, mix everything together instead of layering, used 4 cups of cheese, and only 1/3 cup breadcrumbs. Another crowd pleaser!
Always a hit
02/21/2008 at 07:43pm
User: Michelle from Cherry Hill, NJ User Rating:
This is so easy to make, especially for big parties. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I like to make half with bread crumbs on top and half with just parm cheese on top. Sooo delicious!
good but nothing special
02/18/2008 at 11:50pm
User: Ruby from Salt Lake City, UT User Rating:
Too many bread crumbs and not creamy enough, otherwise its pretty good. I can tell this will be a great left over dish and it fills you up fast. Only average and nothing above or beyond. Me and my family will definitely finish this....
will make again
02/15/2008 at 08:45pm
User: jenn from cranston, RI User Rating:
very very good my husband and son ate the whole thing! and they finished the leftovers in two days without letting me try anymore! did add a bit more cheese and used a tiny bit less breadcrumbs but def a keeper! the condensed milk makes the meal!!!
It's The Best!
02/02/2008 at 09:15am
User: Nelda from Randallstown, MD User Rating:
I love this recipe. I had the pleasure of meeting Chef Joe at a book signing (got a signed copy of his cookbook too!) and told him how much I love this easy & quick recipe. Like most cooks (who think they're real chefs!), I tweaked the recipe a little bit. I add freshly grated nutmeg (only freshly grated will do) to the milk & eggs mixture and I don't put bread crumbs on top, just more cheese. Also, I use extra sharp cheddar and parmesan cheeses(again, I grate my own). It's always a winner. I'm making a BIG batch for tomorrow's Superbowl party!!
Yum!!!
12/28/2007 at 11:12am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very easy to make and tasted fabulous. My boyfriend loved it. I used a pan larger than the recipe and it made it very crunchy which made it even better. Thanks for the recipe!!!
Perfect with a few suggestions...
12/19/2007 at 02:15pm
User: Sandra from Ludlow, KY User Rating:
The taste is great! One suggestion is to watch the amount of pasta used. Make sure that there is enough liquid to cover all of the pasta before you bake. The second suggestions is to cut back on the topping. The recomended amount is a little much for my family's taste...
Amazing..
12/15/2007 at 08:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've spent a lot of time trying to find a great macaroni recipe and I recently found one on MSN. It was great, but it called for several expensive cheese, and was pretty pricey. However, when I made this last night, it was just as good if not better, and MUCH cheaper to make. I loved it!! I agree with many other reviewers (I'm glad I read these before making it)... mix in more cheese (I used almost four cups) and don't layer... just mix everything together. Instead of the cyanne I used a lot of Tabasco, and also mixed some into the bread crumb topping. Magnificent!
Almost perfect
12/06/2007 at 03:51am
User: Valerie from APO, AP, AL User Rating:
This was delicious. The flavors came together wonderfully. I was "iffy" about the cayenne, but it gave it a great kick. It got 4 rather than 5 stars because I did add more cheese than recommended & mixed it all up rather than layered it for a creamier, cheesier taste.
Tasty
11/26/2007 at 11:07am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Recipe is easy to follow. I tried it for Thanksgiving and got great reviews.
Yummo! Just add extra cheese
11/21/2007 at 10:41pm
User: ERIN from Bryan, TX User Rating:
I love this recipe. Baked macaroni with bread crumbs is the best way to eat it! My boyfriend, his roommates, and my roommates all have raved about this mac and cheese everytime I've made it. I just add extra shredded and parmesan cheese. I also use italian breadcrumbs and some times for a little kick, I use extra cayenne or some cajun seasoning.
SUPERB
11/07/2007 at 07:10pm
User: KAY from MILLIKEN, CO User Rating:
I have been looking for a recipe that doesn't call for you to make a cheese sauce, but instead cheese and a white sauce like my granny made. This came pretty darn close. I did omit the cayenne because she would have never used it. Will make over and over. Thanksgiving just around the corner!!!
Loved it
10/24/2007 at 04:54pm
User: Heather from Newport News, VA User Rating:
I made mine with about 3 cups of cheese and 1/2 cup of the breadcrumbs after reading other reviews. Turned out great! Received rave reviews at the function I brought it to. And super easy to make! Will definitely make it over and over again!
Good Taste..But......
10/17/2007 at 11:33pm
User: Patrick from Tampa, FL User Rating:
I had been looking for a mac and cheese recipe adn this one filled the bill. Next time I plan on cutting back or eliminating the bread crumbs for the topping. Other than that it had a good taste.
Simple and Amazing!
08/14/2007 at 09:44pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It is the best macaroni and cheese dish I have ever had! It isn't great if you need it quickly, due to the cooking time, but the result is great!
Ultimate Rave
08/14/2007 at 10:36am
User: Debby from saint louis, MO User Rating:
I've literally searched for decades to find the M&C that I loved from my Aunt Birdie who died before I was old enough to think of getting a recipe. This was it. It must have been the evaporated milk vs the white sauce base along with the eggs to 'casserole' it. The eggs do result in a solid 'coagulated' M&C which is what I wanted, but if you're looking for smooth and saucy- look elsewhere. Very cheesy, great flavor and easy. (I did use just a bit more butter than the recipe called for, by accident the first time and then by choice after that.) I've taken this to 2 different social functions, and the reviews were the best. Everone asked for the recipe. All gone both times. **I caution people to realize that the recipe is for 2 cups of dried Macaroni (that's 1/2 of a box) and wonder if some of the bad reviews were because folks used the entire box? You must double ingredients to use the 1 pound box, although I don't use the entire 5 cups of cheese- just 4.)
Easy prep
08/03/2007 at 03:43pm
User: Colleen from Tallevast, FL User Rating:
It was very easy to prepare and had all ingredients without having to make a special trip to the grocery store. My daughter (21 years old) is a picky eater. This recipe she enjoyed. Thank you
Not too much, not too little. It's just right.
07/01/2007 at 04:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The recipe is very simple and easy to follow. I will continue to use this recipe when cooking for my family. It's not too much and it's not too little. It's just right. I really enjoy making this dish. Bon Appetite !!!
OMG !!!
05/05/2007 at 07:53pm
User: MAURA from CONCORD, NH User Rating:
I am lazy, and like quick. Thi has got to be the best Mac & Cheese I've tasted since my Mom's !
Great mac and cheesse
04/19/2007 at 08:56am
User: Jo Ann from Altus, OK User Rating:
This dish was really good. We liked the contrast between the mac and cheese and crumb topping. I didn't have bread crumbs, so I used crushed chicken stuffing mix. It gave it a good flavor.
Super Easy
04/03/2007 at 03:07pm
User: DIANA from Minot, ND User Rating:
I found this recipe easy to make. I took the advice from others to add more cheese and less bread crumbs. It worked out great. Will definitly make this again.
Excellent
03/06/2007 at 10:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very good! I modified the recipe a bit
WOW!!!
03/02/2007 at 03:56am
User: Judy from Richmond, VA User Rating:
For weeks I had been searching for the "just right" mac & cheese recipe...and this one is it! It was very easy to make and best of all, no stove top roux. My husband & I agree with others, though, that more cheese and less topping will make this absolutely perfect!!
mouth watering recipe
02/11/2007 at 07:41am
User: Kim from Glenside, PA User Rating:
It is a delicious recipe that you will want to make over and over again.
Where have you been all of my life??
02/07/2007 at 08:29pm
User: Gretchen from Leesburg, VA User Rating:
I have been searching for this recipe for years! I have made this recipe for family, friends, parties, cookouts, and pot lucks. Everytime, I get multiple requests for the recipe. It can be easily adjusted depending on the crowd by changing the type of cheese used, amount of cayenne used etc... It always turns out delicious! I will never use a different recipe.
Just like Granny's
01/28/2007 at 02:57pm
User: Kay from Okatie, SC User Rating:
My grandmother made a mac and cheese casserole just like this. Unfortunately she passed away before she could share the exact recipe with me. Thank you Food Network for giving me back a family favorite.
Better than a Box!
01/12/2007 at 03:11pm
User: Katie from Simsbury, CT User Rating:
I started making this recipe for friends a few months ago, and it always gets rave reviews! I tend to add a little more cheese than normal:)
Best Mac & Cheese in a while
12/24/2006 at 06:31pm
User: William from Bush, LA User Rating:
Very cheesy and the contrast with the bread crumb topping is outstanding.
UUUUMMMMM GOOD!!!!!!!!!!
11/19/2006 at 06:47am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Big hit at all the get togethers. We are in the military stationed in Germany and the soldiers love when I bring this to a cook out or just make for dinner.
delicious.....
11/16/2006 at 07:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
extremely delicious i added velveeta cheese and monterey jack
We loved this recipe!
11/08/2006 at 11:29am
User: Pamela from Roslindale, MA User Rating:
Easy to make and tastes incredible! We're not into spicey food so we cut the call in half. Perfect!
Great Basis but needed change
10/28/2006 at 08:36pm
User: Dana from Boulder, CO User Rating:
I followed the advice of the other reviews before making this recipe and doubled the cheese and put less bread crumbs. Being a big fan of cheese, I would say one could add even more than doubling it but it turned out GREAT otherwise. I am making it again as soon as possible.
TO DIE FOR
10/25/2006 at 09:17pm
User: Susan from Prineville, OR User Rating:
This was "out of this world" delicious. I doubled the recipe so there is plenty for tomorrow night. The only thing I would change is I would only use 1/2 as much topping, otherwise PERFECTION!
Hats off to the Chef!!
09/07/2006 at 07:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Hats off to this chef. This is a delicious recipe. I absolutely LOVE it!! ♥ I made some mistakes but it was forgiving to the modifications. I added a bit more cheese, toasted bread and made my own breadcrumbs and added the parmesan on top instead of mixing it in -only because I almost forgot the parmesan and had to take it back out of the oven. lol I had to use cream and milk instead of evap as I had none and for the same reason I substituted kraft parmesan instead of fresh grated. I mixed marble cheese with lots of mozzarella and used only half the cayenne as my kids were eating it. This turned out to be the best thing I ever made and my modifications were minor so I commend Chef Joe Randall for his excellent recipe. As I doubled the recipe I have enough left over for tomorrow-yum!! :-)
Very easy!
08/31/2006 at 10:39pm
User: Meredith from Norfolk, VA User Rating:
This one was super easy and scored raves from my family. I also increased the cheese. The crust really makes this tasty!
Yummy!
08/29/2006 at 10:41pm
User: Margaret from Raleigh, NC User Rating:
This ultimate comfort food is one that I have not indulged in for some time. How could I have been so foolish? Chef Joe has "shown me the Way". This is creamy, without being too runny. This topping really makes it. I have sent this recipe to others who have also loved it.
I'm not a mac & cheese fan...
08/22/2006 at 04:29pm
User: Leslie from Greenwood Lake, NY User Rating:
and yet I love this recipe! It has become a staple at our Thanksgiving & Christmas dinner. I've also made it for special occasions at church and friend's houses and I always get asked for the recipe. I did have to reduce the bread crumbs as others have stated as well as the cayenne/red pepper. And added a little more cheese since my family can never have enough, lol. The best baked mac & cheese I've ever had. And a breeze to make too.
Great recipe!
08/03/2006 at 09:06am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was really easy to make on a week night and didn't require too many ingredients.
Easy and Delicious
07/31/2006 at 04:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this for my 4.5 year old twins and they loved it!! So much better than the box or frozen, and so EASY to make.
CAN'T GO WRONG WITH THIS RECIPE
05/31/2006 at 06:33pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
THIS IS A VERY GOOD AND EASY MAC AND CHEESE..
EXCELLENT MAC AND CHEESE
05/24/2006 at 09:40pm
User: SUSAN from MAPLETON, ME User Rating:
I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS RECIPE FOR OVER 30 YRS/ MY HUSBAND LOVED IT, THE ONLY THING I CHANGED WAS I USED HALF EVAPORATED MILK AND THE REST HALF AND HALF, ALSO THE TOPPING I ADDED SOME FRIED ONION RINGS. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS.
The worst mac & cheese.
04/03/2006 at 06:10pm
User: kristen from huntsville, TX User Rating:
This macaroni and cheese was the worst thing I have ever made. We did not even finish eating our serving and went our for fast food instead. It was not cheesy at all. The egg mixture scrambled in the oven (I even tempered the melted butter in). The bread crumbs were way too thick. It was simple to prepare, it's just too bad it tasted awful.
Yummy!!!
03/31/2006 at 10:18pm
User: Natalie from Buchanan, MI User Rating:
This was an easy to follow recipe. I read all of the other reviews and followed the advice about the bread crumbs and cheese. Also, I noticed that someone thought that this recipe was a bit dry, so I added a regular sized can of cheese soup to the receipe and it was just wonderful!!! My husband loved it and was very happy to take the leftovers to work the next day.
Easy and Great
02/07/2006 at 08:27pm
User: Tiffany from Christiana, TN User Rating:
I really liked the recipe. You know how it goins - nothing is as good as momma's but this came close. Does need more cheese though.
Very delicious
01/07/2006 at 01:12am
User: Joshua from Oliver, MA User Rating:
This was my first mac and cheese success. I had a couple of experiences with other recipes where the cheese sauce would go to the bottom and not adhere to the noodles. This recipe fixed all that. And it's very delicious too.
THE BEST!!!
01/03/2006 at 05:42pm
User: suzanne from greenville, SC User Rating:
The best mac&cheese recipe ever !! even better as leftovers! toasty on top,creamy & wonderful inside. Perfect!!!
Just Like Mom's
12/28/2005 at 07:41pm
User: Jo Ann from Roswell, NM User Rating:
This is the best mac&cheese recipe I've found in years. The only change I made was I mixed the ingredients instead of layering. My son and grandson ate half the casserole during an afternoon lunch visit.
Mac n cheese?
12/26/2005 at 11:14pm
User: tiana from highlands Ranch, CO User Rating:
This recipe had it's redeeming qualities, but over all I would not call it a great mac and cheese dish. If you were not expecting mac n cheese it may be better. The cheese was lacking and I expected a creamer consistency from the sauce. The parmesan bread crumbs on top I will definitely use in my next revised baked mac n cheese recipe.
Great Taste
12/24/2005 at 03:01pm
User: Camille from Chandler, AZ User Rating:
The recipe was eazy to follow and my husband said it was the best macaroni and cheese he has ever had!
YUMMY!!!!!!
12/07/2005 at 07:52pm
User: zola from moreno valley, CA User Rating:
I've been looking for this recipe for a long time. This is the only macaroni&cheese I will ever make. It's delicious. I took the recomendations of others and added more cheese & less breadcrumbs. I got so many compliments on Thanksgiving for this one.
Great!!
11/26/2005 at 07:39pm
User: Joyce from N. Massapequa, NY User Rating:
Made this recipe as one of my side dishes Tahnksgiving it was a hit!
GREAT AND EASY
10/28/2005 at 03:44pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have been looking for a good mac & cheese recipe for a long time. I came across this one and decided to try it. I did stir the cheese into the macaroni as well as add 1/2 cup more cheese. I thought the pepper was too much. Did not do the breadcrumb topping but with some adjustments, I thought this was a very good recipe. I will definitely make it again!
The best!
10/10/2005 at 02:49pm
User: VICKI from Lumberton, NC User Rating:
This tastes the most like the macaroni and cheese I remember as a child (a very long time ago) It was perfect...a real family pleaser!
skewed proportions
09/29/2005 at 11:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
the proportions seemed a bit off to me--too many breadcrumbs for a smaller casserole dish, and too much cayenne. otherwise, very good.
great recipe
09/26/2005 at 11:49am
User: Karla from Enid, OK User Rating:
I skipped the topping and the cayenne pepper, added a little more cheese, a little more salt & pepper...My husband and I loved it!
Tastes Great!
09/07/2005 at 09:41pm
User: Michelle from newport news, VA User Rating:
Easy to make. It was a real crowd pleaser!
Fast and Fabulous!!!!!
07/06/2005 at 06:34pm
User: MARY from titusville, NJ User Rating:
Loved it. As far as the breadcrumbs go, saute them lighly with the butter, put in a half a thinly sliced onion even. Then put the topping on and bake. YUM! Not enough cayenne to make it too spicy, just enough to give it tang.
Too spicy
06/21/2005 at 05:05pm
User: shel from san francisco, CT User Rating:
Much too spicy, The overuse of bread crumbs made it dry. It also could use more cheese. It wasn't creamy but kinda greasy
Not what I had hoped
05/11/2005 at 07:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This just wasn't as good as I thought it was going to be. I wanted something creamy, and this was more dry and chewy. I'll try another recipe next time. Quite disappointed with this one.
best mac and cheese ever!
05/10/2005 at 09:07pm
User: charlene from camden, NJ User Rating:
I used this recipe for a sunday dinner. We eat mac and cheese as a side dish. There was none left to eat after dinner was served. My family thoroughly enjoyed this tasty recipe!
Only with adjustments
05/09/2005 at 02:03pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Way too many breadcrumbs. I ended up scraping them off. Maybe 1/4 of the breadcrumbs. But, the mac itself was really good! I'm definitely going to try it again but with that adjustment. I agree with some others, perhaps adding more cheese.
LOVED IT !!
03/27/2005 at 12:40pm
User: MARCOS from brooklyn, NY User Rating:
REAL EASY TO FOLLOW, NEEDS @ 1/2 CUP MORE OF CHEESE AND @ 1/4 OF THE BREAD CRUMBS!!
Not tooo bad
03/03/2005 at 06:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Not too bad.
Off-da-chain....It was fabulous!
02/21/2005 at 12:38pm
User: URSULA from Flowery Branch, GA User Rating:
My husband is a macaroni and cheese connoisseur. I was trying to find a good recipe (to butter him up so I could go shopping) and came across this one. I made it and he absolutely loved it!! Great taste and so easy to make and the cayenne pepper gave it kick. I modified it a little and added monterey jack with the cheddar cheese. We enjoyed it and will make it again....and I got to shop. YES!!!!
ok if in a pinch
02/19/2005 at 11:36pm
User: CHARLES from Long Beach, CA User Rating:
Tried this recipe, have to agree with everyone about the bread crumbs-should have used half, and also should fold the noodles and cheeses insted of layering them. It was ok if you you are'nt trying to impress.
EXCELLENT!!
01/31/2005 at 05:08pm
User: DARLENE from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
I made this dish twice and both times it never failed. It is delicious and it was an easy recipe to follow. You will def enjoy this meal.
So easy and so delicious to make
01/03/2005 at 08:23pm
User: LORRAINE from Encinitas, CA User Rating:
Definitely worth making again and again. A few adjustments, double the cheese, omit the pepper and lessen the amount of breadcrumbs. Best mac and cheese I've ever had! Thanks!
in summary...
12/03/2004 at 05:32pm
User: LINDSEY from new york, NY User Rating:
i agree with many of the other comments. this recipe is great -- it's much easier than preparing a roux, which can be daunting and time-consuming -- but it needs at least a cup or two more cheese and about half as much of the bread crumb mixture. more cheese + less bread crumbs = easy to prepare bliss.
best mac&cheese
11/29/2004 at 02:01pm
User: DONNA from bowie, MD User Rating:
This is the best receipe I've tried for macaroni and cheese ever.
Chef Joes Baked Mac & cheese
11/25/2004 at 12:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made the mac & cheese for Thanksgiving dinner. The recipe is one of the best that I've tried. Thanks for the recipe.
to good to be true
11/22/2004 at 04:59pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i made this recipe for the first time back in the end of september for a job luncheon. everyone that tasted it, loved it. they applauded the way it came out and how good it tasted.
Very Good
11/14/2004 at 09:50pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Good enough to make again. Very filling.
Ummmmm!
09/21/2004 at 02:40pm
User: NICOLE from Highspire, PA User Rating:
This dinner meal is excellent if you love macaroni and cheese. It's even better baked!
Not what I expected
09/19/2004 at 09:49am
User: LYNDA from Carmel, NY User Rating:
The recipe was relatively easy to prepare, but left a lot of dishes in the sink to wash. Adding the Cayenne pepper rules it out for most kids. It was not what I expected, I found it a little dry and to many bread crumbs, not enough cheese. I was looking for a creamier comfort food for a cool fall evening. I will have to try another recipe.
Not the best.
08/08/2004 at 09:54pm
User: TRENT from San Antonio, TX User Rating:
I didn't like this recipe too awful much. I thought the bread crumb crust on top was a bit overpowering. Not cheesy enough either. Cayenne pepper not needed. I didn't throw it away, but I'll never make it again.
the very best
07/31/2004 at 11:41am
User: BEVERLY from Garland, TX User Rating:
Been making macaroni and cheese for 45 years and this is the very best I've ever used. Try it and you'll be like me and never use another recipe again.
06/23/2004 at 02:14pm
User: Anonymous User Rating: