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The Serious Business of Mac & Cheese

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By now, you should know that I take my food very seriously. And macaroni and cheese is no different. This is one of those dishes that I have strong feelings about. To be totally honest, I am a snob when it comes to this dish. It doesn’t help that my Aunt Marsha and Uncle Jerry make the best mac ‘n cheese on Earth. Their version set the standard for me and it’s a high bar to pass. But before we get into my favorite way to make it, let’s talk about all the different variations of this dish that are available.

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Chicken Pot Pie

My Favorite Comfort Foods

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Comfort Food, is defined by Wikipedia as “food that provides a nostalgic or sentimental value to someone and may be characterized by its high caloric nature, high carbohydrate level, or simple preparation. The nostalgia may be specific to an individual, or it may apply to a specific culture.” These are things that I make when it’s cold outside or when life has been rough and you need a hug from the inside.

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My Favorite Pinterest Recipes

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Several years ago, one of my coworkers approached me in the office and asked me if I had heard about this new website called Pinterest. He explained it as an electronic bulletin board where you could “pin” up all kinds of things that interested you. His wife loved it and thought I might want to try it. I was skeptical, but I told him that his wife could send me an invite and I would check it out. Once I logged on, I was hooked. I was pinning things like crazy: home decor ideas, trip ideas, favorite quotes, and of course, recipes.

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