When my guests ask for the recipe they’re SHOCKED that it’s a “box”. It’s the best they've ever had! We find it goes especially well with BBQ, smoked meats, sausages, etc.
Today made some for lunch - really hit the spot after a long week of headaches! Added bacon for extra “comfort food vibes” but would go back in time and put in half. The bacon actually overpowers the flavor of the Mac. Says a lot when I say “less bacon, want to taste the natural flavor of the Mac more” lol!!
I’ve served all three flavors to guests - Red, Green, and Hemp. Personally, my fav is Hemp because I like the bit of extra flavor they put in to balance the Hemp, but my hubby's fav (and my close 2nd) is the Green so buy that by the 12-pack to always have some on hand. The Red is good too, we have that when pairing it with something that already has a ton of flavor (like curried salmon - and sure, may sound like it doesn’t go together but don’t knock it til you try it!)
We’re not Fishski’s classic “target” customer (outdoorsy folks making this stuff outside :-) ) So I admit, I add the classic 2tbsp butter and splash of milk most “box” mac & cheese has in their instructions, just to make it a bit more rich. I have had it without the extra calories and it IS delicious and still creamy as instructed (and would still give it 5 stars that way!). Also, we really like al dente pasta, so I only do 1.5 cups water which is about 7-8 min boil before adding in butter & milk.
SERIOUSLY, TRY IT! Enjoy!
