This One Trick Forever Changed The Way I Make Mac And Cheese

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  • Kraft macaroni and cheese was in desperate need of a little sprucing up.
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    Fancy Kraft Mac and cheese recipe:
    7 tbsp unsalted butter
    7 tbsp all-purpose flour
    6 cups whole milk
    3 box Kraft Macaroni and cheese
    1 1/2 packet Kraft powder
    7 oz (200 grams) gruyere cheese
    7 oz (200 grams) medium cheddar cheese
    5 oz (140 grams) parmesan cheese
    1 1/2 tsp rosemary salt
    2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
    Bake at 400f for 12-15 minutes
    Broil for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown
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  • @thatdudecancook
    @thatdudecancook  ปีที่แล้ว +206

    I really hope this leaves you inspired for your next mac and cheese night my friends,. HAPPY COOKING!!

    • @suzannepoffel2160
      @suzannepoffel2160 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm out to buy more cheeses 😂

    • @skyeangelofdeath7363
      @skyeangelofdeath7363 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Rice-a-Roni please ;)

    • @sirenknight8007
      @sirenknight8007 ปีที่แล้ว

      It does.
      I’ve looked at your shirts several times. If the logo was on the front and YKILY was on the back, I would buy one. As a middle aged overweight disabled person I’m not going to wear the fridge offender shirt, sorry. 😂 but I adore your channel and look forward to every video.
      I did buy the beringer mandolin and the microplane you use as well as a few other items, so keep adding those links. I wish there was a way to be sure you got credit for the sale. One thing I’ve learned as I’ve gotten older, the right tools for the job make it easier and more fun. (Buy your camera man a whisk Dude.)

    • @bigdgoriders
      @bigdgoriders ปีที่แล้ว +5

      One more thing to add: a few dashes of Worcestershire.

    • @skyeangelofdeath7363
      @skyeangelofdeath7363 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bigdgoriders Please stop encouraging his obsession with Worcestershire.

  • @finfen9730
    @finfen9730 ปีที่แล้ว +707

    It's time for the hamburger helper gourmet version!

    • @D4NNYF00
      @D4NNYF00 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yes!!!!

    • @berberlevin1
      @berberlevin1 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Dude yes! I haven't seen anyone try and gourmet a box of hamburger helper.

    • @lucifero_il_gatto
      @lucifero_il_gatto ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What is hamburger helper?

    • @jordanrempel8401
      @jordanrempel8401 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I came here to say the same thing

    • @sirenknight8007
      @sirenknight8007 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hamburger Helper is a boxed item that has a season packet with flour/thickener and flavorings as well as some sort of pasta you add to hamburger with water (and sometimes milk) for a one pan hamburger meal. They have taco, southwest, stroganoff, lasagna and others. It’s easy and simple, cheap and fast. Very much like the Mac and cheese but with Hamburger. Some come with toppings, like crispy onions or a handful of tortilla chips. I’m not a fan, but I used to keep at least one box around for the night I have zero motivation and can’t decide what I want to fix for dinner. Then I found a homemade recipe that I liked better, and switched to that. ❤

  • @themitchwich
    @themitchwich ปีที่แล้ว +144

    One of the biggest steps you missed was letting the packet of cheese fall into the pot as you pour in the noodles. It’s the other secret ingredient.

    • @richlaue
      @richlaue ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm still wondering what we do with the packet.

    • @peterdubinsky5389
      @peterdubinsky5389 ปีที่แล้ว

      So, the actual packet? Or the cheese powder?

    • @themitchwich
      @themitchwich ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@peterdubinsky5389 the intact packet

    • @impunitythebagpuss
      @impunitythebagpuss 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's an written rule! 😂😂😂!

    • @Glim246
      @Glim246 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I found out recently that's why mac and cheese and ramen seasoning packets are laminated😂

  • @TomRyanMKE
    @TomRyanMKE ปีที่แล้ว +164

    How about a fancified Stove Top stuffing? 😂

    • @newfsrule9163
      @newfsrule9163 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I know this sounds disgusting but try adding canned, smoked oysters (including oil) to chicken flavored Stove Top😉👍
      You’re welcome 😊

    • @mikebower9255
      @mikebower9255 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was thinking the same thing as Tom here

    • @MattRoadhouse
      @MattRoadhouse ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mikebower9255 I forced my GF to make one for our last family get-together. Fk boxed stove top, we have all the good fresh spices, leftover sourdough, and bullion for days. Butter is the only other ingredient other than onion (and celery, but Sonny will definitely not use that lol) - I love celery tops and seeds tho, so much flavor. The other is for texture imho

    • @bennoe5715
      @bennoe5715 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Preheat oven to 375. Cook one pound sage sausage, breaking it up into small pieces. Add 3 TBS butter. Once melted, add a peeled, cored and diced Golden Delicious apple and a diced medium yellow onion. Add 1/2 cup chicken stock to deglaze. Cook until apple and onion are soft. Add 2 1/2 more cups of stock and bring to a boil. Kill the heat and stir in 2 boxes of Stove Top. Cover and let sit for 5 mins. Remove cover and fluff. Add all to a greased 9x13 pan. Dot with 5 TBS butter. Bake uncovered until browned and crisped, 15-20 mins. Serve and enjoy.

    • @zachsdickDOTmpg
      @zachsdickDOTmpg ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I brought some “homemade” stuffing to a family get together and everybody raved about it. It was just 1 box of Stove Top turkey stuffing, 1 box of Stove Top cornbread stuffing, about a TBSP of soy sauce and a pinch of msg.💀

  • @ceerstar851
    @ceerstar851 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Sonny, after seeing a couple of your shorts, I literally started to watch your videos from the beginning. Over time of course. Ive tried several of your recipes and every single one I've tried, is fuckn spot on. Ive even made some more than once, and some I make pretty often. The 20 yrs of professional cooking really shows in the depth of your dishes, and the little tips you've taught me are some of the best that I now have in my bag. The kicker is that, the recipes are so simple and easy to follow yet are very deep. Thank you for that. Also, as I'm watching from the start, I just wanna say that, I'm actually SO glad and grateful that you allowed your personality out of it's jail cell. I appreciate you allowing us to see the real you, instead of just being super professional and like a cooking channel host from T.V. You're one funny ass dude. Thats all. And lastly... YOU KNOW I LOVE YOU AND IM OUT!!!😂😂😂

  • @baconflaps
    @baconflaps ปีที่แล้ว +43

    honestly even without using kraft stuff, thanks for the tip about making sure the bechamel is thin!

    • @bronxkies
      @bronxkies 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      agreed! Mine was always thick and then when I'd bake it, it would get so dry inside. So, this tip on keeping it thin is super helpful!

  • @waynedutton3737
    @waynedutton3737 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Broke college student tip: use the left over Kraft "cheese food powder" on your popcorn to make cheese popcorn

  • @richeerich561
    @richeerich561 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Last Mac n cheese I made I used smoked gouda, sharp ched, about a 3rd of the big block of velveeta, and parm. Best I ever had! I can't wait to try this version!!

    • @robinmaynard1640
      @robinmaynard1640 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kroger's makes a cheddar/gruyere combo that is my go to - with Gouda, more cheddar and cottage cheese. I don't make a roux. Cavatappi mixed w cheeses. Then a mixture of evaporated milk and eggs (seasoned w salt, pepper, nutmeg and ground mustard) pour over. A sprinkle of paprika and viola!

    • @richeerich561
      @richeerich561 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Robin Maynard there needs to be a heart instead of a thumbs up lol, that sounds sooooo good! I'll have to try that too!! ♥️

    • @robinmaynard1640
      @robinmaynard1640 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@richeerich561 enjoy!

    • @HeraldHealer
      @HeraldHealer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ohhh both of those sound good!

    • @robinmaynard1640
      @robinmaynard1640 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@richeerich561 the true southern way. In hope you do try it and love it.

  • @AllenBrosowsky
    @AllenBrosowsky 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I've realised that Mac and Cheese recipes are really techniques. I like what you did, it looks very good. My wife, who is English taught me to add Colman's English mustard to the cheese sauce and it really adds a fantastic touch.

  • @Eddie_the_Husky
    @Eddie_the_Husky ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "Cheese is the first drugs humans ever experienced"
    Straight facts.

  • @allih8021
    @allih8021 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Love this! Will definitely have to give this a try! For anyone who is interested, here's another (kind of sacrilegious) approach: use American or Velveeta as the base of the sauce, melted into whole milk. If you start there, you can actually skip making a roux. I don't love using a roux as the base for my mac & cheese mainly because I always feel like I can sense the texture difference in my mouth with the final product. Even when I use something like Wondra flour and cook out my roux well and incorporate my milk and cheese perfectly there is an ever-so-slight grainy feeling in there that I just can't get past.
    American cheese (I prefer to use Cooper's Sharp because it's got a more dynamic flavor than standard American) and Velveeta both have an enzyme in them that is what allow those cheeses to melt so smoothly when you heat them. By using those as the base of the sauce, that same enzyme will help break down your other cheeses so they melt more smoothly, no roux needed. I just use whole milk and then about 25 or 30% of my cheese will be Cooper's Sharp, about 40% a good sharp cheddar, and the rest Gouda. A touch of dijon mustard or dry mustard powder, lots of black pepper (I love that in my cheese sauce too!), salt if you need it. Then just mix in your cooked pasta. You can serve it like that as a stovetop version, or bake it in the oven just like this recipe. So easy and so good!

    • @billiejoemerick7564
      @billiejoemerick7564 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Not sacrilegious😢 old school😊🎉🎉☮️

    • @maverick33guy95
      @maverick33guy95 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's why he talks about cooking it right

  • @CarlosHuiskens
    @CarlosHuiskens ปีที่แล้ว +109

    The fact that Gouda Cheese ( one of the most popular cheeses worldwide ) wasn't on the list of melting cheeses made 50% of the Dutchman in me insulted haha.

    • @thepiratemongoose8965
      @thepiratemongoose8965 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I was also shocked by that omission. Particularly given that when I started adding gouda to my spaghetti sauce the guys I was living with at the time would cancel their dinner plans whenever it was my turn to cook

    • @happymethehappyone8300
      @happymethehappyone8300 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Speaking Of Great Taste & Easy Melting Cheeses,, Italian Fontina Chesse..Also Herman's Cheese Is Pretty Good Too! (Munster 🤪)

    • @nuuuuuuuut
      @nuuuuuuuut ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I guess it just wasn't... gouda nuff.
      badum tsch

    • @happymethehappyone8300
      @happymethehappyone8300 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@nuuuuuuuut Someone Musta Cut The Cheese 💩

    • @arpipeline
      @arpipeline ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just made a bangin' grilled cheese with Gouda and Dijon mayo. So good 👍

  • @onlyme8870
    @onlyme8870 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My nephews may approve. They only eat the K Mac cheese. But I've been doing this method you are sharing most of my life minus the K packet for the homemade. And I agree with your cheese choices I use the Hunter sharp cheddar instead of mild but the Parm Reg is always the star. Glad to see someone go this route explanation and help remove the anxiety for newbies.

    • @randomanton
      @randomanton 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      K Mac? Parm reg. The star of the show. Newbies.... I'm so glad I never have to meet you.

  • @Frie_Jemi
    @Frie_Jemi ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My local grocery store has a generic brand of augratin/3 cheese potatoes. They are like a $1.10 a box!! I like to dice up some bacon and fry it crispy, bechamel the sauce, and then cheeses it up with better quality cheese. Maybe adding some fresh herbs or a vegetable to finish it off. One time I added find chopped broccoli florets. Always a winner and rarely more than $8 for a big dish. Maybe even a Ritz cracker topping 😊

    • @CaseNumber00
      @CaseNumber00 ปีที่แล้ว

      I still use my college method. Cook some bacon, or left over ham, cook boxed potato and cheese thing, throw meat in, then drop in a can of mixed vegetable- stove top or oven. I throw in leftovers in an air fryer.

    • @lynnechurch2482
      @lynnechurch2482 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yum! Blessings from WI 💙💙💙

  • @cyclist5000
    @cyclist5000 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I’ve always been a fan of making fancy gourmet pizzas from frozen ones. (I think this is such a hack that many people are not quite familiar enough with.)
    Would be great for a video!

    • @necrosiskoc9617
      @necrosiskoc9617 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This is one of my go to things to do. Buy a 4 cheese Digiorno frozen pizza, add extra mozzarella and whatever toppings I'm feeling like on a given day, and then go to town.

    • @cyclist5000
      @cyclist5000 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@necrosiskoc9617 yeah totally underrated. You can make them REALLY good.

    • @farvista
      @farvista 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I 100% do this, but I think that biggest roadblock is that the focaccia is so often lacking in frozen pizzas. You have to buy ones with GOOD crust, if you can find one.
      If the bread tastes like cardboard, it doesn't matter what you put on it.

  • @Rxrefill08
    @Rxrefill08 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for listing all the cheese that melt well together

  • @jasonlucia6682
    @jasonlucia6682 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Something to keep in mind. Sodium citrate in the kraft cheese definitely helps keep it smooth. You can get the same effect by adding american cheese or velveeta which contain sodium citrate.

    • @HayTatsuko
      @HayTatsuko ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Actual sodium citrate powder is pretty cheap, too. It's $14 per 680g / 1.5 lb for Anthony's -- which is not the cheapest brand out there, but one I trust. It takes roughly a teaspoon (5 g) of the powder to make a cup of cheese sauce, so that should last a good while. Great if you don't mind adding 1,200 mg sodium to that cup or so of cheese sauce!

  • @christosbereris5483
    @christosbereris5483 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Hey! Awesome video! Have you ever added a small touch of Dijon or prepared mustard to the sauce? It adds a certain..."je ne sais quoi"

    • @judyseals1497
      @judyseals1497 ปีที่แล้ว

      Holy cow! Who doesn’t love Mac n cheese, # 1 comfort food. Love your videos in your new kitchen, very informative and fun.

  • @ICoyote65
    @ICoyote65 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always brown the butter first when making the sauce. Then fresh ground pepper on top.

  • @lua-yq8ux
    @lua-yq8ux ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are right. Trusting to make the sauce thin on purpose is an intuition thing. Nice tip.

  • @lynnechurch2482
    @lynnechurch2482 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    How about Rice-A-Roni? Stovetop Stuffing? Suddenly Salad? Thanks for what you do!
    When my boys were little we had Mac & Cheese A LOT! Lols
    Make it like the box says and then add 2 eggs, about a cup of flour, and mix well.
    Spread this on a greased pizza pan and bake at 375° for 20 minutes or until slightly browned on top. Then dress your pizza crust & return to the oven until desired. My boys loved this & sometimes call & ask for the recipe! Enjoy!
    Blessings from WI 💙💙💙

  • @papaspears5035
    @papaspears5035 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'll have to try that loose sauce method...I usually do tend to make it kinda thick but other than that I do mine the same way. Cheers 👍

  • @MarkRVillano
    @MarkRVillano ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love to top mine with a mixture of bread crumbs, crushed Ritz crackers, and butter.
    I also like to saute' (until golden brown) some thinly sliced mushrooms, and mix them in with the noodles.

  • @admiraladama2373
    @admiraladama2373 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anybody who an kick up Kraft mac and cheese is the man.

  • @sidesw1pe
    @sidesw1pe ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Last time I made mac and cheese I included some smoked cheddar in my cheese combination, and it turned out really great. I love the tip about having a thin bechamel, it makes sense, now I want to make another mac and cheese. But not tonight!

    • @Rainalias
      @Rainalias 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I made some lastnight(shells and cheese)and added some milk and smoked black pepper Tillamook cheese. Oh lawd it was good. Lol

    • @sidesw1pe
      @sidesw1pe 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Rainalias Yum! That sounds delicious! Reminds me it must be about time to satisfy my mac and cheese needs again 😊

  • @chief8388
    @chief8388 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I recommend a little onion powder - It brings a little sweet, savory that brings out the cheesy flavor.
    I use it in any cheese dish, even grilled cheese sandwiches...

    • @HayTatsuko
      @HayTatsuko ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, that sounds like a lovely idea!

    • @Virtuenow
      @Virtuenow 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It really adds a delicious flavor and if you use a touch, you can’t quite tell what it is- u just kn it has a flair of something needed

  • @BBBILLY86
    @BBBILLY86 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just made this for lunch. Easy and much better than boxed alone. TY!!

  • @diegoq4110
    @diegoq4110 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cooked with this method and it was delicious!

  • @sirenknight8007
    @sirenknight8007 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For awhile Kraft made a home version of Mac and cheese that started with a roux, they stopped making it and I was so disappointed. It came in a bag instead. I was never able to really go back to the plain box after that. This looks good, I’m not sure you needed the boxes, but yes, more people need to brave the kitchen and eat less processed food.
    Hamburger helper is too easy, but I’d like your take on it. I’d also love to see your version of cornbread, or cheddar biscuits. ;)

  • @drwyp7508
    @drwyp7508 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    See Marcus it was the shirt that was different about him. Love your videos

  • @dancoleman8467
    @dancoleman8467 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I absolutely love your channel. You are my favorite cooking instructor ever. I am a serious cook myself having worked professionally as a cook for several years before changing careers. However, cooking and food service is in my blood forever. I loved my work when i was a cook and now as a retiree my only desire is to become better and better at that craft. I am more than grateful to you for all of your instructional videos. I've learned more valuable tips from you in six months than I learned in a professional kitchen in three years. Sure wish I could meet you someday. God bless!

  • @jso2332
    @jso2332 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! I'm totes going to make this. I never thought to use the orange powder, but yea, I know I'm going to love it.

  • @Sharky762
    @Sharky762 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow your hair grew back quick!
    LOL
    great cook yet again

    • @ForceRecon112
      @ForceRecon112 ปีที่แล้ว

      my thoughts too! haha

    • @jasonmanley7815
      @jasonmanley7815 ปีที่แล้ว

      Toupee perhaps

    • @gzumpf1030
      @gzumpf1030 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This was prob originally filmed before the hair came off

    • @Sharky762
      @Sharky762 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gzumpf1030 really?
      Lol

  • @georgecostan3248
    @georgecostan3248 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man, I love American mac&cheese like recipes! Though, I tend to spice it with Habanero flakes, because I am always going for double portions.

    • @morgastic23
      @morgastic23 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where do you get habenero flakes? I need that

    • @georgecostan3248
      @georgecostan3248 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@morgastic23 well, I am from Transylvania and get them from an ethnic Hungarian shop. But I just checked the Internet and it looks like they are easier to purchase.

  • @sayii0308
    @sayii0308 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This guy makes cooking cool! I've tried a few of his recipes.....

  • @alexis1156
    @alexis1156 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I actually add all the milk in one go, and it works out perfectly with less time.
    Surprisingly, it doesn't create any lumps if you do it correctly.

  • @winstonsmith1222
    @winstonsmith1222 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I suggest using spiral pasta as it holds the sauce better. I also enjoy smoked paprika as well as pepper. Cooked bacon kicks it up a notch. But I really love adding hot ground sausage

    • @roseholley671
      @roseholley671 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What kind of sausage besides hot? Thank you 😊

    • @winstonsmith1222
      @winstonsmith1222 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@roseholley671 any sausage you like. Just cook before adding so the meal is not too greasy.

  • @UnfinishedProjectDartSport
    @UnfinishedProjectDartSport ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’ll take some!!
    Hold my hand!!

  • @malcolmwhitlock2772
    @malcolmwhitlock2772 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would say the only thing missing is some mustard powder, it really brings out the cheese flavour and makes the cheese taste like you used a mature/vintage cheese which obviously you can't as it breaks down when cooked.

  • @matthill5214
    @matthill5214 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Sonny. Your videos bring me a lot of joy!

  • @spiraljumper74
    @spiraljumper74 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’ve been doing basically this to jus’ up boxed Annie’s for years, glad to see ThatDude spilling the secrets.
    Also I feel like anyone who’s ever worked in kitchens understands how many axiomatic kitchen rules like the roux thing are bullshit. You don’t have time to do everything by the book, you try shit out of desperation and if you’ve got good technique most of the time it works.

    • @Kyle-Marxluxia
      @Kyle-Marxluxia ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your last paragraph is facts mate

    • @sfurules
      @sfurules ปีที่แล้ว

      Honestly Annie's is pretty damn good on it's own too

  • @deeannhansen1469
    @deeannhansen1469 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yummy!!! What a neat recipe!!

  • @mmasque2052
    @mmasque2052 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I’d make Kraft Dinner (Mac and cheese) I’ll cook the macaroni and put the contents of the cheese packet into a dish then add some paprika, powdered mustard (about 1/2 tsp), garlic powder and onion powder. When the macaroni is done, I add butter and milk per the box recipe, the doctored cheese powder then add some shredded sharp cheddar. If I want it fancier, I’ll put it in a baking dish, sprinkle a bit more cheddar on top and cover with bread crumbs them bake in a 350F oven for about 20 minutes.

  • @oldfilmguy9413
    @oldfilmguy9413 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A simple hack I did just the other day to the standard box prep instructions was to put cream cheese in instead of milk (I was out of milk!). Made it quite creamy and delicious!

  • @zedjay72
    @zedjay72 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think it's also really important to use kraft macaroni; it's very thin and light and I haven't found other (and even more expensive) pastas to fulfill the role as well as the boxed noodles. Kraft really did their research!

  • @IcyFierce
    @IcyFierce ปีที่แล้ว +11

    That's the definition of perfect Macaroni.

  • @kejadventures241
    @kejadventures241 ปีที่แล้ว

    great work as always. thanks bro, used your salmon recipe for my birthday back in april.

  • @DroneWolfMedia
    @DroneWolfMedia ปีที่แล้ว +1

    TDCC is the type of guy who would say, "hold my toupe'" during a bar fight.
    Well done as always good sir! 👍

  • @JYZProductions
    @JYZProductions ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ramen noodles are usually one people fancify for a sequel. Sort of like the youtube series "make it fancy" with that Japanese woman

  • @Bertnasty
    @Bertnasty ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I need you and Josh weissman to do a video together. Great cooking while laughing the whole time. Please make this happen

    • @Dacdac839
      @Dacdac839 ปีที่แล้ว

      pass. Sonny is actually likeable

    • @chemlearner2721
      @chemlearner2721 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Dacdac839 lol.

  • @lyledahlberg288
    @lyledahlberg288 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful. You’re definitely making me hungry.

  • @Wakeywhodat
    @Wakeywhodat ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks good Sonny. Marcus not having a whisk made me think you should do a video on recommended kitchen tools. Not everyone has silicone spatula or turning tool. Something else I really like is a good micro plane and a mandolin. Do you have an Amazon store? You can make a few bucks that way.
    Recently I bought a grinder so I can make my own sausage. Meat! Is the manufacturer, she’s a beast. Do it!

  • @perjuryy
    @perjuryy ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've been eating box mac and cheese for every meal for like 2 weeks (got a huge thing on sale) and I'm so sick of it so hopefully this can spice it up so I don't become a mac and cheese hater lol

    • @DPMixing
      @DPMixing ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That can’t be good for your gut. I hope for your toilet’s sake you eat some green veg and fiber. 😅

    • @Kyle-Marxluxia
      @Kyle-Marxluxia ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Do you not know how to cook or you in a bad financial stump right now?

    • @perjuryy
      @perjuryy ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Kyle-Marxluxia I just don't wanna go shopping all the time when i have like 10 more boxes of mac and cheese in my pantry

    • @perjuryy
      @perjuryy ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm not eating straight mac and cheese guys I'm adding things to it I would have died long ago if I didn't 😭

    • @bobfrapples1208
      @bobfrapples1208 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I remember being young and poor too.

  • @mattlawless2136
    @mattlawless2136 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fancyfy some Zatarain’s jambalaya.

  • @cathyfield4765
    @cathyfield4765 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The dried cheese powder is available online from savory spice. Also the longer you cook roux and the browner it becomes, the less it will thicken the sauce.

  • @bdallas6972
    @bdallas6972 ปีที่แล้ว

    You really are a skilled craftsman of the culinary arts.

  • @jeffgass89
    @jeffgass89 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How about some canned meat recipes…SPAM, Deviled Ham, or something with Scrapple, or Souse meat. It would be interesting to incorporate these “scrap” meats into a gourmet recipe. Great content, great videos, keep up the excellent work. Used your marinated burger recipe two nights ago…they were delicious!

  • @mamabirdie734
    @mamabirdie734 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    7 Tbsp of butter. Why can’t I use the whole butter stick of 8 Tbsp. Would 1 more Tbsp make a huge difference?

    • @sleepteam
      @sleepteam ปีที่แล้ว

      No. Just add an additional tablespoon of flour.
      I had the same thought.

    • @thatdudecancook
      @thatdudecancook  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      you can just add a splash more milk

    • @suzannepoffel2160
      @suzannepoffel2160 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol😂

  • @dyzway
    @dyzway 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was very educational for me! Thank you. Would you do a suddenly salad video? I’m curious if you soup it up like I do! ❤

  • @betty-annferreira3502
    @betty-annferreira3502 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy watching your cooking videos ❤😂🎉. Thank you!

  • @lacudafrost
    @lacudafrost ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Cheetos has their own versions of Mac and Cheese, I'd love to see you make things with it!

  • @taylorpolski4650
    @taylorpolski4650 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey dude, just wanted to say you're my favourite cooking TH-camr! I love that you came from a fine dining background but aren't a jerk about it. Like if you don't have a certain ingredient its all good just make it without, or if you don't like something don't put it in. Tried a few of your recipes and they are top notch! Dunno if you'll see this but just wanted to let you know I enjoy watching your videos!

    • @KitSunZoro
      @KitSunZoro ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like the fact that every time he cooks, he fights the refrigerator.

  • @Stephenrsm7600
    @Stephenrsm7600 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for showing us how to make fancy mac and cheese (for real) and adding to Kraft Mac & cheese.

  • @cathys949
    @cathys949 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks great! I always make mac & cheese from scratch, often just serve it from the saucepan. I love to put in an ounce or two of blue cheese, and 1-2 TB of cream cheese, along with cheddar and gruyere. So delicious.

    • @tamarackgaming
      @tamarackgaming 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That is what I think the best think about mac and cheese is, from the base you can go where you want. There are only 2 thinks I would have added to this but this is just my personal choice. Some lightly caramelize onions and maybe 3/4 or a cup or so of leftover ham that had diced up and browned of in the skillet for a bit.
      But like I said, that is a personal choice of mine. His recipe nailed it as far as I can see.

    • @jeanniebrooks
      @jeanniebrooks 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      When I make Mac ‘n cheese, I make it with great cheeses, and cream in place of at least half the bechamel, maybe no bechamel. I really elevate it and it’s like a delicacy in my world! I use Tillamook extra sharp cheddar, Jack, gruyere, fontina, mozz, and odds & ends in the cheese drawer if I think they’ll add something. You gotta have a balance of some strong flavors like aged cheese, some melty and gotta have the stretchy pulls you only get with mozz.! Cavatappi pasta, A little garlic rubbed on the dish, a dash of Tabasco, a dab of hot mustard, top it off with coarse black pepper and some kind of buttered bread crumbs or cracker crumbs, just very lightly, then bake until bubbly & brown spots appear on top.
      If I really want a treat, add lobster!

  • @kamiko70
    @kamiko70 ปีที่แล้ว

    i add the package cheese along with sliced cheese pieces, and shredded cheese. turns out so good!

  • @MrAscetic23
    @MrAscetic23 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love putting wheat thins on top for a bit of crunch

  • @HeraldHealer
    @HeraldHealer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looking at this recipe and I've gotta say it looks great. You helped me work out why my macaroni and cheese got too dry and thick on the few occasions I bothered to bake it. Definitely going to take your advice about cooking out the roux too next batch I make. You do a lot of the same things I do methodology wise including making a thinner sauce so it's not glue as leftovers. Extra sharp cheddar and colby-jack were my last batch seasoned with beer mustard, paprika, wostershire sause and cracked black pepper.

    • @jeanniebrooks
      @jeanniebrooks 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Now you know the technique for baked pasta…now you can transfer that technique to making baked ziti, baked lasagne, pastitio baked spaghetti pie….a world of baked pasta dishes!
      Undercook the pasta, just a bit under al dente, and make sure the sauce has enough liquid to be absorbed by the pasta and then some, so you still have enough moisture, and not a dry gummy mass. Might take a bit of experience so you can make better judgement calls.
      Learning techniques is great, ain’t it? Better than just “learning recipes.”

    • @jeanniebrooks
      @jeanniebrooks 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m totally with you on the extra sharp cheddar and Colby Jack…I live in CA and I only use Tillamook (made in Oregon) for things like this. I never had a fondness for processed cheese like American or Velveeta, but hey, some ppl grew up on it & love it! I even use Mozz & fontina if I have it. Four cheeses is a good number.

  • @josephcassini959
    @josephcassini959 ปีที่แล้ว

    I get best results adding hot milk to cold roux. I almost always get some lumps when I do the reverse, but it doesn't seem to really matter, the lumps don't hurt anything in the end.

  • @douglaspierce8480
    @douglaspierce8480 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I use extra sharp cheddar and asiago cheese alone with gruyere in my sauce and to make my bechamel I use half and half. For herbs I use marjoram, thyme and a pinch of basil.

  • @newfsrule9163
    @newfsrule9163 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t wait to try this one!!!😃

  • @utterlynice1
    @utterlynice1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved it when he said, “i think cheese is the first drug humans ever had.” Love cheese and can’t get enough. Will be trying this one for sure. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Metch238
    @Metch238 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My mother always (slow/tempered) added 1 wisked whole egg before adding pasta to bake. Most of my family adds egg. I use part flour/part cornstarch.

  • @robertmercer3212
    @robertmercer3212 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the first time he didn't say "If you know you know" after introducing the Rosemary Salt and I gotta say man this guy grew up in an amazing way. ❤

  • @electronsauce
    @electronsauce ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I started making sauces with a roux, I knew to cook out the raw taste... Still got the raw taste anyway.
    I absolutely underestimate how long you needed to cook roux. I heard stories about how you can easily burn it, so I always went on the light side. Just reiterating the 10 mins!
    This dude needs to give credit where its due though. No doubt in my mind he consulted the "that is how you make a 3 cheese blend for a pizza" two time personal chef Michael Neylan. If you know you know

  • @AJ-Skiba
    @AJ-Skiba ปีที่แล้ว

    You should fancify the powdered mashed potatoes, personally I use it to make baked potato soup it comes out great!

  • @dmays67
    @dmays67 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Straight up you rock. Anything more I know I will fat finger. Love your work!

  • @danielking1144
    @danielking1144 ปีที่แล้ว

    Binging with babish got me interested in cooking but you're recipes took me to the next level

  • @Virtuenow
    @Virtuenow 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @2:20 great tip, thank you ❤

  • @Drock97266
    @Drock97266 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Mr. Dude!! Maybe too similar but what about boxed Scalloped potatoes?

  • @ofaz6300
    @ofaz6300 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome Chef!

  • @underourrock
    @underourrock ปีที่แล้ว

    I also really like using a bigger dish so there is more of the toasted surface area.

  • @mindysuarez1699
    @mindysuarez1699 ปีที่แล้ว

    Almost, should've used the shells deluxe. I doctor mine up as well since it's just 2 here. However, I add toasted butter cheez it puffed as a topping try it. I will try with rosemary salt next time thanks

  • @damealeta3541
    @damealeta3541 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My mouth is literally watering! 🤤

  • @Xxxero42
    @Xxxero42 ปีที่แล้ว

    So THAT is what was wrong with every Mac n cheese bake I have made!!
    This looks phenomenal. Can't wait to try it.
    I tend to avoid the kraft mac but I'll get some for this.

  • @mindysuarez1699
    @mindysuarez1699 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your touch dang❤

  • @shawnnoland7770
    @shawnnoland7770 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Have you ever used a salad shooter to grate cheese? It's the most satisfying thing you can ever do, it's just so fast!! I absolutely love all of your videos btw!!

  • @brianphillips5576
    @brianphillips5576 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This honest man has given me inspiration

  • @ABitefLife
    @ABitefLife ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The fridge was like cool he’s just casually raking up the yard …. Then WHAM!

  • @anotherone407
    @anotherone407 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Didn't see it on the list, but i use some smoke gouda in my blend... very tasty

  • @Stacietookmyname
    @Stacietookmyname ปีที่แล้ว

    I saute chopped green peppers & onions in the butter , then make my sauce- yummm

  • @ControlAllDa1337
    @ControlAllDa1337 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like to add a little nutmeg to my mac and cheese sauce and a breadcrumb/parmagiano regigiano mix on top before baking

  • @elmarboorsma8808
    @elmarboorsma8808 ปีที่แล้ว

    gruyere, like parmesan, is also area restricted, but now in Switzerland instead of Italy
    The mac and cheese looks awesome though!

  • @RedRoseSeptember22
    @RedRoseSeptember22 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks so yummy!!! Saved to my recipes playlist ^.~

  • @YTEdy
    @YTEdy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Depending on how much you like salt (I don't like a lot of salt), I never salt the pasta water when making Mac & Cheese because the cheese sauce is quite salty enough.
    For an alternative to using the packet, a chunk of Velveeta works too. Basically the same thing. Velveeta gives it the gooey quality that many people expect from a mac and cheese.

  • @anniessmokingpot
    @anniessmokingpot ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sonny you have done it again, another great recipe from something that is quite processed... don't get me wrong I like kraft Mac and cheese as much as the next person but I add sour cream to mine instead of butter and milk like the box says... but now I'm going to have to just make my own cheese sauce 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊thanks for sharing ❤️ 😊
    ❤Annie

  • @reltius2993
    @reltius2993 ปีที่แล้ว

    I make a smoke mac and cheese that everyone always raves about but isn't quite where I want it in creaminess and flavor. The problem is it uses a cup of mayo, cup of sour cream, and a pound of velveeta as a crutch to get to be creamier. I however made this recipe recently and it was so much creamier and tasted better too. So I am looking forward to doing again and smoking it next time with the same panko/bacon crumb on top. I think it will finally give me the perfect smoked mac and cheese I'm looking for.
    I'm just not sure if I can omit the cheese powder entirely, to avoid needing to buy the Kraft boxes, or have to compensate for it with something else.

  • @johnhaynes3901
    @johnhaynes3901 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hamburger helper needs your attention !!!!

  • @pattyirvin6091
    @pattyirvin6091 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this

  • @danielvaughan4155
    @danielvaughan4155 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im having so much funnn! 😂 look's so delicious! Thanks 👍😁🇬🇧

  • @shakeorefined2514
    @shakeorefined2514 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try adding in a half teaspoon of yellow mustard to your Mornay. It's not enough to taste it on its own, but it definitely brings out the sharpness of the cheddar.