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I didn't have whole milk so I subbed a 12 oz. can of evaporated milk and added 4 oz of skim milk to make 2 cups. This was delish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-07-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBus"},"reviewBody":"On a very hot day when I still want to cook a hot dinner? Stovetop mac n cheese is quick, easy and satisfying. Served with a nice green vegetable and cool tomato\/cucumber salad. 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My family loves homemade mac and cheese that is made on the stovetop, so this was a perfect recipe for us.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBus"},"reviewBody":"Easy Recipe ! Needs a little more seasoning and cheese, but overall it tasted good. Definitely better than in the box.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-10-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRadio"},"reviewBody":"Made this as written, with no paprika, per DSO's request. Instead of using more macaroni, as others had noted there would be plenty of sauce, I added 8 oz cooked ground chicken. I sprinkled my serving with Red Robin seasoning (love that stuff!) It was delicious! Quick and easy....two of my favorite words when it comes to recipes!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"I really like this recipes, it's quick, easy, and tastes so good... too good. I plan on making this again, maybe with swiss, or pepperjack cheese!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePopcorn"},"reviewBody":"Easy but tasteless. Had to add a ton of salt, which I rarely add extra salt when cooking. 3 stars for simplicity but really needs taste. Maybe I will try with salted butter next time instead of unsalted, but that\u2019s all I ever buy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanTeepee"},"reviewBody":"Boxed mac and cheese dinners are easier and have about as much taste.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBlowdryer"},"reviewBody":"A nice alternative to baked Macaroni and Cheese. We loved it, the only change we made was using Pepper Jack Cheese, because I like the extra kick it adds.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-06-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCoffee"},"reviewBody":"My daughter loves this mac and cheese. It is important to let the flour cook in the butter for a few minutes to get rid of the \"raw flour\" taste and also be sure to use a good quality cheese. Good stuff, thanks for the recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueLamp"},"reviewBody":"We loved it and it is a snap to make!! 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