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How should I tweak the recipe to bake it?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KJLII"},"reviewBody":"It's sooo good!!! Every time I make for party or picnic and I never get to save any leftover for next day!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-03-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"brunchtoo"},"reviewBody":"Hi, found this recipe in a new booklet from T of H.My kids wanted to try it. I only used one enevelope of Ranch, no salt, no saltines and with still way too salty. My kids didn't like it at all.Will not make it again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-09-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cwbuff"},"reviewBody":"I usually dont like mac 'n cheese at all, but I loved this recipe! However, I left the garlic salt out. Maybe it didnt work out for you for that reason and also that you didnt use 2 env of the ranch dressing and the saltines. Also, I usually shred block cheese rather than buy the pre-shredded, as I have noticed the latter seem much saltier than the former. Try it again that way, because I thought it was terrific. Also, it makes enough to take to a potluck.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"amy000311"},"reviewBody":"this recipe is a good twist on regular mack & cheese but next time I'll only use one packet of the ranch mix, two was a bit overwhelming.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"april464r"},"reviewBody":"THE RECIPE ONLY CALLS FOR ONE PACKAGE OF RANCH DRESSING","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hootiegal"},"reviewBody":"This was a very good recipe. However, my husband does not like sour cream. i solved this by substituting greek yogurt for the sour cream. It was delicious.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MargeAZ"},"reviewBody":"This recicpe needs a major makeover - too much fat & salt! 1 cup would be side dish portion, not a meal.You could easily cut the calories & fat by using skim milk, low fat cheese, low or fat free sour cream, and eliminating or cutting the amount of butter in half. The saltines are not necessary.And it was very salty - 1,357 mg of sodium is more than 1\/2 the recommended daily amount of salt for an adult (2,300 mg).","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"grannyc6"},"reviewBody":"This is soo easy & so good! Everyone ask for it again & again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"smarianne"},"reviewBody":"Good, used garlic power, skim milk, low fat cheese, whole wheat pasta, lower fat sour cream. Recipe only calls for 1 envelope of ranch, others are saying 2 that's not correct, recipe says 1.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cynthias"},"reviewBody":"I don't understand where some people are seeing it calls for 2 pkgs ranch dressing mix. The recipe clearly says 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Lucy4550"},"reviewBody":"I love this recipe! I follow the instructions exactly except for substituting garlic powder for the garlic salt, and it comes out great every time. It's a wonderful side dish to go with a ham.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RebekahTastet"},"reviewBody":"I loved this mac and cheese! :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sharon ulam","givenName":"sharon","familyName":"ulam"},"reviewBody":"I made it with provalone cheese and cheddar and sub the saltines for planko bits on top with the parmesan mixed in and the family went nuts over this. It is an awsome recipe either way.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dianehain"},"reviewBody":"This makes a good sauce, and is not too salty if you use 1 tsp garlic powder, 1\/2 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp salt-free lemon peper seasoning. I did not have any colby, so I used cheddar instead.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mssjnnfer"},"reviewBody":"We make this all the time and it's a great way to use up cheeses in the fridge. Also, to clear up the 1 pack\/2 pack confusion... This recipe has recently been changed. It WAS 2 packs, and it also had CUBED Mont. and Colby cheese, but now it says shredded.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CarCol"},"reviewBody":"1,357 mg Sodium?????","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"amber666"},"reviewBody":"This was a big hit with everyone in my house. I added chopped ham and frozen peas after mixing and popped it in the oven for about 10 minutes. Super easy and so yummy! I didn't think it was too salty at all.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ohiocook"},"reviewBody":"I followed the advice of other reviewers and cut down on the salt content by using garlic powder. I also cut out the garlic pepper blend and the lemon-pepper seasoning (we don't keep them on hand) but did use some black pepper and it was still full of wonderful flavor. I halved the butter and sour cream to make it a bit lighter, and the texture was perfect.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tippelmann"},"reviewBody":"This was the most excellent mac n cheese I have ever had! My kids like the boxed stuff and I have never been able to get them to eat a homemade mac n cheese. They LOVED this! It has great flavor and is so cheesy. LOVE IT!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MGraham6"},"reviewBody":"I loved this recipe. My sister and I couldn't get enough of it! It was a little too salty for my liking so next time I think I'll use about half the garlic salt to see if that does the trick. It was so yummy that I will be making this again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MamaJulez"},"reviewBody":"This was a hit at my house, and I also took some to my 2 1\/2 year old's play date. It was a hit with all of the kids as well. I will be making this regularly!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"593","romance_copy_dek":"I came up with the recipe for this creamy and satisfying macaroni and cheese, which has a special twist. 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