The Best Mac and Cheese You'll Ever Make (Restaurant-Quality) | Epicurious 101

[@renata6002]

Idk what is it about Lish's personality but I really like her approach and enthusiasm and I love when you guys do a video with her.

[@shrimplythebest]

I totally agree! So happy to see her featured in a video again 😊

[@trevorwilliams3501]

I am the opposite. She is my least favorite chef. She seems very designed. A cultivated presentation/personality. She does not seem, for lack of a better word, authentic.

[@gravity00x]

🤢🤮 lol no

[@V1ralB1ack]

she's fun and adorable 😊

[@jbrown26501]

I totally agree she is so sweet and like you’re learning from a good friend. I love how she makes me feel like I’m a pro!

[@funkyspacecow]

"Hello lover" as she spreads the crunchy topping and cheese on the dish made my day! I love the sheer joy Chef Lish is expressing throughout this video, hope to see more of her on the channel!

[@alexashton6501]

Find someone to date that talks to you when they see you the way Lish talks about putting breadcrumbs on mac n cheese

[@hollowpoint45acp]

The crunch ruins it

[@wesley907]

Best part of the commentary!!!! hahahaha

[@samsonchan7496]

I love the chef's enthusiasm for the dish she's making, and really helps the dish looking amazingly delicious as well

[@TheMrCC21]

She's done food styling for magazines and commercials. Look up the video where she breaks it all down. It's quite interesting.

[@Professor-Scientist]

@@TheMrCC21 I have done a great deal of research on this woman and my findings suggest she is in fact quite interesting.

[@rgwak]

She called the mac and cheese, "lover." 😍

[@christophervelimahitopoulo8560]

Restaurant-Style Mac and Cheese Recipe Ingredients Béchamel (Cheese Sauce): 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter 1 medium onion, finely diced Salt, to taste 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 4 3/4 cups milk 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 2 cups grated medium Cheddar cheese (reserve 1/3 for topping) 2 cups grated Gruyere cheese (reserve 1/3 for topping) Pasta: 1 lb elbow macaroni Salt, for pasta water Crunchy Topping: 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese Salt, to taste Olive oil, to moisten Instructions 1. Prepare the Béchamel (Cheese Sauce) In a heavy-bottom pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and a pinch of salt, cooking until translucent. Stir in flour, cooking for 2 minutes while stirring constantly. Add cayenne pepper, then slowly whisk in milk, ensuring a smooth sauce. Cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes). Add 2/3 of the Cheddar and Gruyere cheeses, stirring until melted. Taste and add salt as needed. 2. Cook the Pasta Boil pasta in salted water for 2-3 minutes less than package instructions (pasta will finish cooking in the sauce). Drain and add pasta directly into the cheese sauce, stirring to coat. 3. Assemble and Add Toppings Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pour mac and cheese into a buttered baking dish. Sprinkle reserved Cheddar and Gruyere over the pasta. In a bowl, mix panko, Parmigiano Reggiano, salt, and olive oil. Spread evenly over the cheese. 4. Bake and Serve Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your restaurant-style mac and cheese!

[@prstark1]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@md.rosado]

You da best!!!

[@Ozzborn85]

Well, it's already all over the comments, but I'm gonna say it anyway - chef Lish is probably the single best addition to the channel! Her love for the ingredients and pure joy of cooking is so infectious. Really gives me the inspiration to be the best home cook I can be!

[@JeffreytaylorICT]

I can't believe I just discovered her. Love her!

[@jonathany9519]

She’s fantastic !! I love how she points out how to know when something is done and how she knows the reason behind each element of the recipe. Love her personality !!

[@artemislunanettybecker8641]

You can tell from the way she's so enthusiastic about the food and the way she describes the food and the ingredients, you can tell not only does she love what she does but she enjoys eating food. I loved her since the first video I saw with her! Bring more Chef Lish! (I want her to cook for me xD)

[@xoxobrialee]

“Thicken, sexy, and begging for cheese.” This will 100% be on my headstone, thanks Lish!

[@Professor-Scientist]

As a Chinese woman scientist and author of book 'Women scientists in the Qing Dynasty' I would absolutely love this to be on my gravestone, it really encapsulates my life in one sweet sentence. I'm looking forward to dying now.

[@johrathbun]

I'm just begging for more Lish!

[@Owens777]

Lish takes it from "made with love" to "makin love" with this dish. Ultimate food foreplay here 😆

[@leevancliffneridacampo7769]

I never knew about food kink?! 🙃🤣

[@Shrimphandler]

I just want to say that I’ve made this macaroni about ten times and it’s blown out every possible dish in its vicinity. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe 🥹

[@todd3167]

"This is not for the faint of heart..." I think it's for the people who love good food! The recipe is similar to one I use and it looks delicious. Lish looks like she's having a great time making this. More videos from her please!

[@JAA87]

Omg!! Chef, i worked for you at Giada at The Cromwell.. you are an incredible chef💐💐🥰🙏

[@annsmith7207]

More Lish videos, please! She is just terrific and explains everything very well!

[@GeologicFM]

This is one of my favorite KZbin channels because the cooks they show always seem so upbeat and lighthearted yet passionate about food. I have yet to see the snobbishness we associate with chefs.

[@KeiFlox]

Yet another fan of Lish here! Hope to see more of her from this channel.

[@AQuickBite]

I really like how to break the dish down to "chapters" to talk people through the different parts of the dish. Really nice way to do this type of video, thanks!

[@t-momusic]

I was wanting to see more of this professional chef after her french toast, cookies, and roast chicken recipes in the home cook and chef switch ingredients!

[@scotthenkel2833]

since I'm not seeing a link to a full recipe, any idea how much cheddar and gruyere goes in this dish? All the other ingredients are pretty much provided in the video. I can't wait to try this recipe. I've been searching for a perfect mac and cheese recipe for a long time and this is it.

[@arturoperez3826]

I really enjoy her presence! She’s awesome!

[@rose4961]

This lady's energy is addicting!

[@gmork.]

She's great! I'll be keeping my eye out for more recipes from her.

[@xenon8117]

Lish! Always love seeing her in these videos.

[@LeahCarter]

We need more chef lish!

[@carebear91]

The only thing I would add is a touch of nutmeg to the bechamel and freshly cracked pepper in the crumb. Also a bit of chopped parsley on top for a little bit of contrast. :) otherwise a truly beautiful Mac and cheese. Sincerely, a foodie Texan mama. 😋

[@lucascerqueira202]

Chef Lish is awesome! The dish looks so delicious

[@abuhamza1970]

Love the video and the amazing enthusiasm and joy Alisha brings to her cooking. Personally imho, I would like it with a bit more runny sauce at the end

[@jcampbell100]

Looks so good. I love lots of sauce. I like to cook my pasta in the milk and add the cooked butter, flour, onion to it. The pasta thickens the milk then I add the cheese. I have taken to cooking pasta in the sauce really makes a difference.

[@marsjacks]

this sounds so yummy, i need to try cooking the pasta in the sauce!

[@johnweimer3249]

The perfect classic macaroni and cheese with crunchy topping. My only personal addition is a little white pepper and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. sometimes I prefer jalapeño flakes over Cayenne pepper, but any spicy pepper you love will be perfect like a great Turkish Maras chili flake for some smokiness or an Aleppo chili flake for its brightness. Love your videos.

[@markh975]

One year later... this is, with our a doubt, my favorite tutorial on Mac and Cheese... Following Chef Lish on anything!

[@thembill8246]

I might go for cavatappi instead of elbow. It just holds onto sauce amazingly well, and gives a bit more noodly bite. also if cut out the breadcrumbs for more crispy cheese instead on top.

[@faithmoir1637]

i love cavatappi in my mac! imo it needs to be the default for mac n cheese recipes, it’s so good

[@giovanna722]

Good tip, thanks.

[@kirkmialaakso3100]

Made this tonight adding imitation crab and substituting smoked gouda instead of greyere. It was fantastic, great recipe!

[@TPark-rf3lt]

More videos with Chef Lish!!! This was great! So fun 😀

[@jack-wilder]

Perfection. My mom would do almost exactly this and add sliced tomatoes on top with breadcrumbs on top then bake.

[@tehBrymann]

I use crushed browned Ritz crackers for my breadcrumbs. Haven't added onions to my béchamel, but it's worth a try.

[@thembill8246]

Ooh, that's a good idea!

[@jcampbell100]

@@thembill8246 Good Idea and onions take it up a notch if you like them.

[@SincerelyLexy]

I’m used to this. In the Caribbean we make “macaroni pies” which is just a firmer macaroni and cheese. Onions are a must! (Along with other peppers) Super good.

[@creedor]

She’s one of my favorite chefs on KZbin!❤️

[@kauedg]

I don't add the chopped onion, here's how I do it: Get half of an onion and pin bay leaves on it using 5 or 6 cloves. Put it in the milk and heat it just before it starts to boil. Then just use as in the video, NEVER make a bechamel with cold milk. The milk smells amazing and gets nicely seasoned without that strong onion taste.

[@ohemmaAna]

Oh interesting method!

[@AlexandruVoda]

I made this recipe after watching this video and having my mouth water. On the bright side, while it is hot it is absolutely delicious. The onion really adds savoriness. The combination of textures is awesome and it is full of cheesy goodness. However, this is a dish that should be good when cooled and hardened too. And unfortunately after it cools the onion taste is overwhelming.

[@britneyzzshadow1716]

I make this all the time its so so good!!

[@wrestlingexcellence2590]

@@britneyzzshadow1716 where's the recipe? Like how many cups of cheeses?

[@britneyzzshadow1716]

@@wrestlingexcellence2590 I just follow the video and just eye ball it

[@ryank5350]

As a Wisconsite myself, I approve of this recipe. Definitely going to try this.

[@Professor-Scientist]

As a Chinese woman scientist and author of book 'Women scientists in the Qing Dynasty' I also approve of this recipe and will try within the next few days.

[@MelissaFranklin-lf6go]

i loved the way she explained everything, lovely tones to her voice, soothing and not rushing. loved the mac and cheese dish, got all ingred, cooking for myself for supper. i def want to watch her do other dishes. im in a a village in england and just found this site.😀

[@_Toxicity]

I usually use Muenster, but I'll see how Gruyere works next time! I also like a splash of fresh parsley on top of mine after it's all done baking.

[@rikkimontero]

What an awesome teacher she is! Well done chef

[@bflogal18]

I usually add a teaspoon or two of Dijon mustard to my cheese sauce. I like the slight tangy bite it makes.

[@xxPenjoxx]

Same! She used cayenne but I'm definitely sticking to dijon in my cheese sauce, it's the best 👌

[@_Toxicity]

YES!

[@kueller917]

The oven baking really is what takes it above and beyond. I always miss it since I don't have an oven in my apartment so I end it after the pot is done. I haven't tried onions though so I'll have to use those next time.

[@karentaylor2160]

Where has this lady been hiding, more of her, please & yes, the dish I will make, good for you Chef!

[@TashJansson]

can we have 100% chef lish all of the time for everything please? ❤

[@EchoSigma6]

Oh my, that looks perfect for a chilly autumn night.

[@ChefMarkyMarkz]

She loves what she does by the way she carries herself when cooking.

[@Amnachaidh]

Very much enjoyed the video. Chef Lish and her enthusiasm are a see lovely way to wind up the day!

[@Quinn-Harrison]

I love kraft sharp chedder cheese box mac and cheese with mozzarella cheese mixed in the most and idc who judges me for it! Maybe some breadcrumbs on top. Best thing to eat when you just want something fast and good and if you can handle dairy pretty well. Get home tired, make this, and my stomach is happy. If we're talking for an event or etc then yea baked macaroni is good. I'm just saying the best mac and cheese I've had xD

[@ohemmaAna]

This is how I make my Mac! I love it, but I’m definitely going to try the parm and oil in my next panco top layer, that sounds bomb af

[@tullymunro7696]

Throw in a lil garlic and parsley next time too if you like garlic for a little kick of freshness! A local restaurant does that on theirs and it's all good!

[@jbb7634]

I love this Chef and her teachings. Great job.

[@tammyhong159]

I loved it when she won Chopped. Still my favourite episode ever👏✌️🇨🇦

[@rogermilla2358]

This looks absolutely De-Lish!

[@lisabishop133]

I made a 4 cheese Mac n cheese this week that my friends fought who got the last bite 😆😆😆 it really was the best 1 I have ever made! That little bit of smoked Gouda was amazing!!!

[@sptrader9066]

"Hello lover!" Lol. Made with love, and it shows, and tastes, I'm sure.

[@joerob5555]

I like her since of humor when she explains things😊

[@keithtaylor1531]

She did a fantastic job. Love her style

[@bmovie5002]

My new fav chef. Fantastic.

[@johngaron9169]

Is there a way to get a printed copy of the recipe? Would like to know the amounts of Chedder, Gruyere, cayenne pepper, panko.

[@josephblake8418]

Fantastic video of a fantastic dish, presented by a fantastic teacher. Very, very much obliged!

[@2009cochinos]

Wow loved your presentation. Can't wait to try and make your version.

[@evaphy]

Amazing! Soothing voice, warm personality, and damn good looking dish, PERFECT 😙👌🏼❤️

[@Cupofgo]

The metal whisk in the pot had my ears dying.

[@debbiestott3651]

This looks so good. I will definitely try it. Do you think mustard powder instead of cayenne as my grandson doesn't like hot spice?

[@Lettuce-and-Tomatoes]

This fellow’s recipe looks great!

[@DannyYankou]

I followed a NYT recipe that was almost exactly the same as this (I used butter instead of olive oil for the breadcrumb topping and garlic in the roux) and it was amazing.

[@gabriellaguzman1307]

Which nyt recipe are you referring to??

[@Slushy916]

Ok idk if its just me but she was mesmerizing to watch. Definitely great mac and cheese

[@ravenoftheredsky]

This may sound obvious to some, but if you grate or chop a lot, definitely get a food processor. My prep has been transformed because of it, just be sure you get one big enough and easy to clean. Super easy hash brown prep, and exactly what you want to grate multiple cheeses quickly

[@HJBX2]

She’s a fellow Wisconsinian! I knew it was something about her. Shoutout from Milwaukee ❤️

[@mattedge5989]

Lish is so lovely!! Please make more beautiful videos - this recipe has revolutionized our classic movie dinner night. Thank you.

[@rjsmind]

Someday shes going to be the greatest grandma in existance

[@susandooley9630]

Wisconsin for cheese?? My son was a truck driver & would deliver Tillamook cheese, from Oregon to Wisconsin!!! Especially the sharp white cheddar…YUM!!!

[@estebangomez6941]

Your recipe is amazing thanks for sharing!!

[@sherrymejia5759]

Great personality when cooking !!!!😊😊

[@_Toxicity]

Welcome back Chef Lish!

[@thomasr5121]

Amazing recipe! Thank you for sharing this my family is going to love this!

[@ctcamara]

I just live this chef's energy! 😊

[@mariochavez9963]

You guys can't at least put the ingredients and measurements in the description for us? Come on

[@ThyMousa]

Just made this !!! Absolutely delicious!!

[@macsyn4558]

When she said, "Hello, Lover" to that Mac n cheese the way she did, I felt a kinship as I've never known before.

[@tvdinner325]

Looks delicious. Thank you.

[@forevermenot777]

So yummy! And if you're looking to amp up the savory on this, add mushrooms five minutes after you add the onions (before the flour) -- and you're welcome in advance! ;)

[@daffodilrose1950]

Omg…..I love mac&cheese…….❤️ Great video!

[@austincullen88]

I'm here for Lish, delightful person.

[@KKing650]

I put a teaspoon of mustard when making the cheese sauce, just to give it an extra something something. Might also try adding onion to it next time though.

[@samuelkobe]

It’s always nice to find a new healthy recipe 😏

[@AlvaSudden]

Onions, of course, and no cream. That's how we always made it in my Italian family. We also had a version with tomatoes.

[@danbaumann8273]

Now this is a good one. 😋

[@noahwalker8359]

It looks good and I bet I would enjoy it a lot, but the Danni Rose channel makes a better version. I'm in the camp that breadcrumbs are not completely necessary, although you can't go wrong with either with or without. It's more about how you make the béchamel both creamy and seasoned, the cheese on top is spread as evenly as possible, and my ideal temp is at 400 degrees for 40 minutes.

[@thegymtiger]

I see Chef Lish, I click.

[@JohnHausser]

Add 🦞/🦀 meats on it and the results will be 15/10 Cheers from San Diego California

[@SaraMartinez-su7dh]

Thank you chef looks amazing and I'm going to give it a try thanks for sharing

[@kristidaemon4709]

Going to make it sometime! I love chef's bright, cheerful personality :) and dish sounds delish

[@NextToToddliness]

Lish needs to be protected at all costs.

[@jjarm]

Haha, “hello lover”. Love it.

[@linux230]

Still will never beat 💯 old fashioned, down south, baked Mac and cheese with the crusty crunchy corners and top. No breadcrumbs necessary. 🤤😂

[@truebl0nde27]

Do you have a proven recipe you’d be open to sharing??

[@Tech-Sam]

I’m going to try this. I like how the final result was on the “dry” side. I hate saucy Mac and cheese.

[@ProTobagganist]

this ladie's the best one on here

[@richner-partner]

yummie, cant wait to cook/bake my next mac&cheese this way! but i will add some nutmeg to it like i always do☝🏻😉

[@Roseeposey9]

Wow what a hit! I was just asked to make it again and I rarely cook😂😂😂