Cheese Lovers 5 Cheese Mac and Cheese

Recipe courtesy Rick Massa

Show: Ultimate Recipe ShowdownEpisode: Ultimate Recipe Showdown: Comfort Food

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  • on March 17, 2012

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    I can't believe people on here are rating the recipe based on eating it at Friday's. of course it is going to be different and not be as good. It's Friday's, not a gourmet restaurant.
    Now on to the recipe, I've made it once a week now and can't get enough. Everyone we make it for just loves it and I don't think it is too pricey to make. I guess it depends on where you go to buy you cheeses, but even then, when the cheese that I buy is enough to make at least 2 batches,so it's not that bad.
    Don't judge until you've tried it. There is a lot of prep work involved, but it is TOTALLY worth it! The only modification I've made is to add more bacon, but that's because I love bacon :

    TRY THIS RECIPE!!!!!

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  • on February 18, 2012

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    I was worried the blue cheese would be to strong for my kids but "truth be told" I made it for me.. Everyone including my Kids loved it. They especially loved the "BACON" in it. It came out perfect. Mac-N-Cheese is by far one of my favorite comfort foods and Rick's Recipe is The Best thus far..I wouldn't expect anything less from Rick Massa, He is truly a professional. Watch this episode. He is an awesome human being.

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  • on February 10, 2012

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    This is the most amazing Mac and cheese! I've made it
    Several times and everyone says its the best they've ever had. It is about $50 to make but totally worth it. The dish goes a long way since its so rich. My husband helps me when I make it because it's a little overwhelming. Especially if it's your first time.

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  • on January 03, 2012

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    Sooo good! I highly recommend this dish. It is expensive to make (about $50-60 if you don't have the ingredients on hand. I would suggest measuring everything out beforehand, especially if you're preparing solo. The dish is extemely rich, but a guaranteed crowd pleaser. I will definitely be making for my next dinner party or work get together! Enjoy! :

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  • on November 24, 2011

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    My new go-to recipe for Mac and cheese. This was beyond delicious. My whole family thinks this is the best they have ever eaten.

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  • on November 05, 2011

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    Oh my Gosh, this is the best recipe. I sometimes changed some of the cheeses, mostly the blue cheese but my grandkids love it and always ask me to make it. Not cheap to make but oh so good.

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  • on September 23, 2011

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    Excellent! I have made this meal on many occations and everyone who tries it, loves it! Even our friends 6 year old son (the pickiest eatier I have ever seenloves it!
    I am not a blue cheese fan, but I find it adds a nice "umph" to the dish, I do not find it over powering at all.
    They only con to this dish is shredding all that cheese :

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  • on August 20, 2011

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    This is the most amazing grown-up mac n cheese ever. I've made it numerous times (always a double recipe, most recently for a family gathering. That, Old Bay wings, and a fresh tossed salad and everyone was happy. I follow the recipe exactly with one exception--I double the bacon bits (but not the grease. Use good quality center-cut bacon for more meaty taste. Keep in oven a little longer to get good browning on the top.

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  • on June 03, 2011

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    This macaroni is amazing!!! I've made this dish over 10 times and all times it has been a hit. However, I'm not a fan of blue cheese, so I substitute the blue cheese for something like mozzarella. This still leaves all of the cheesy integrity of the dish without the overpowering flavor of the blue cheese.
    Also, I use two boxes of pasta when making this recipe because : 1 one box leaves a lot of extra sauce 2 by using more pasta, you get more macaroni, which makes the cost of the cheese even out with the amount you get 3 finally, you can freeze the leftover macaroni and thaw it whenever you are ready to enjoy more Mac and cheese without all of the hassle of cooking
    GREAT RECIPE! MUST TRY!!

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  • on May 04, 2011

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    This would be a GREAT recipe if you left out the blue cheese. The 1/2 cup simply overpowers the dish! I may try it again and leave out the blue cheese.

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