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Is it annoying for me to say that I’m pretty sure this is the best mac and cheese ever?

Goat Cheese Mac + Cheese with Caramelized Shallots

I can’t decide. But I’m thinking yes.

I’m now imagining every mac and cheese I’ve ever had, and I want to revise that statement to the best mac and cheese that I’ve ever made.

See, mac and cheese is probably my favorite dish EVER, like in the world … so I’ve had my fair share of it. And the thing about mac and cheese, for me, is that I love it every time. No matter which way it’s made – truffle this, lobster that, three-cheese, four-cheese, any cheese … I’m in.

We should discuss the fact that even though this is my favorite food, I’ve shown it virtually no love here on this blog. You need to know that I’m aware of this, and I do realize the asininity of the situation.

{Yes, that is a word. I just looked it up to be sure … I wouldn’t say it out loud, though – because it definitely doesn’t sound real}

It’s asinine! It is. There’s just no other word to describe it. And I blame Ina.

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dill macaroni salad.

August 26, 2011 — 3 Comments

The most rewarding thing about cooking is when you start to feel comfortable cooking without a recipe.

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Believe me, I’m addicted to recipes. I read cookbooks in bed like novels – it’s true. But lately, I’ve been making due with what’s in my fridge more. When I’m doing really extensive meals and grocery shopping over the weekend, the last thing I want to think about is what I’m going to make for the rest of the week. I usually have some odds and ends leftover, and so I’ve been putting those to use in my weeknight meals. Last night, for example…

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