Best Gluten Free Boxed Mac and Cheese
If you miss that famous blue box of mac and cheese, this list of the best gluten free boxed mac and cheese is for you.  After trying the Aldi gluten free boxed mac and cheese I realized that gluten free mac and cheese has come a long way since I started eating gluten free back in 2009. I decided my husband and I would try a bunch of different boxed gluten-free mac and cheeses to see which brand is the best gluten-free boxed mac and cheese. We tried ones with rice based pasta, corn based pasta, and chick pea pasta. We tried the regular gluten free mac and cheese with the powdered cheese and we tried the deluxe mac and cheese with the creamy cheese sauce. My daughter even tried severel kinds of gluten free vegan mac and cheese so that we could have that on the list as well. We tried name brand versions life Kraft and Annie’s and we tried in store brands like Walmart and ALDI. This really is a list of the best gluten free mac and cheese that we have tried. There are a few brands that I could not find at stores in my area, so I hope to order them online and I will share our thoughts when I do.  The Best Gluten Free Boxed Mac and CheeseWe are rating them on both taste and texture with a rating of one through five. Five being the best and one being the worst. I made all the deluxe mac and cheese’s as directed on the package. For the other mac and cheese boxes with powdered cheese, I made them as directed, except I added an extra tablespoon of butter. I have done this for years. Long before I went gluten free I realized that an additional tablespoon of butter made the powdered cheese so much better. To keep this taste test accurate, I added an extra tablespoon of butter to all the mac and cheese with powdered cheese. I listed the price of each package of gluten free mac and cheese. This is the price I paid in Oklahoma. The price may vary where you live, but I wanted to list it to give you an idea of how much each pacakged cost. We gave each a rating between 1 and 5, with 1 being terrible and 5 being great. Banza Deluxe Cheddar Mac and Cheese Taste: 1 We thought the taste of this was terrible. It had an odd aftertaste and had a strong chickpea flavor. Texture: 1 We did not like the texture on this. It had a tough texture, and even though I cooked it as directed, it had an uncooked chickpea texture. Price: $4.29  Final Verdict: Both my husband and I thought the Banze Deluxe Gluten Free Mac and Cheese was awful. My words after tasting it were that it was disgusting. We did not like the taste or texture of it. In fact, we threw it in the trash. I know some people love this one, but it is not one that we would recommend. Great Value Gluten Free Mac and Cheese Taste: 2 We did not like this one. It was better then the Banza, but we still didn’t love it. When I was growing up my mom rarely bought boxed mac and cheese. When she did it, it was not Kraft brand, it was the in-store generic brand, usually Western Family. We did not like it. My friend’s mom bought Kraft and I could tell a big difference. The Great Value Gluten Free Mac and Cheese reminded me of Western Family brand mac and cheese. The cheese just tasted off. Texture: 3 The texture of the Great Value Gluten Free Mac and Cheese was not bad, but also not great. I thought it was a bit mushy. Price:$2.32  Final Verdict: I would not recommend this one. There are better ones out there. The price of it is really good, so it might be fine for kids, but I recommend skipping this one. Annie’s Gluten Free Mac and Cheese Taste: 4 We like the taste of Annie’s. It has a good flavor. We thought it was similar to regular mac and cheese in flavor. Texture: 3.5 We thought the texture on this was good, but not great. I cooked this longer than the box said to, and it was still a bit firm. So my only complaint with Annie’s was that I didn’t love the texture of it. Price: $4.29  Final Verdict: We thought this one was fine. We liked other brands better, but if this was the only one that I could find, I would buy it. I think kids would be perfectly happy with Annie’s Gluten Free Mac and Cheese. Kraft Gluten Free Mac and Cheese Taste: 4 The taste of the cheese was very similar to the classic, regular Mac and Cheese that I remember eating before going gluten free. My husband agreed that it was very similar, although he thought it wasn’t quite as salty as the regular version. Texture: 4 The noodles had a decent texture for gluten-free pasta. It definitely wasn’t the same as regular pasta. I thought the pasta was a bit firmer than some gluten-free pasta. Overall, I thought it was decent, and I would buy it again. Price: $2.88  Final Verdict: We liked Kraft Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese. I have read some reviews of this one, and some people don’t like it. I think it is very close to the classic regular version. My small town Walmart almost always has this in stock, so I would definitely buy it again, especially since it is under $3 per box. ALDI Cheese Club Gluten Free Mac and Cheese Aldi Gluten Free Mac and Cheese comes in white cheedar and regular cheddar.  Taste: 4.5 The ALDI Gluten Free Mac and Cheese is the gluten free mac and cheese that started this quest to find the best gluten free box of mac and cheese. We tried both the white cheddar and regular cheddar and thought the taste was great. I don’t usually like chickpea pasta, but I thought this one tasted great. Texture: 4.5 We thought the texture on this one was really good, too. It is gluten free pasta, so it is not the same as regular pasta, but it is good. Price: $2.99  Final Verdict: I did a full review of ALDI Gluten Free Mac and Cheese last year. At the time, it was our favorite gluten-free mac and cheese. Now I would say that it is one of our favorites. We really like that it is higher in protein than the others. I also think the price of under $3 per box is a great deal. If you live near an ALDI, this gluten-free mac and cheese is a good option. Annie’s Deluxe Gluten Free Mac and Cheese Taste: 5 The taste on this was so close to what I remember boxed mac and cheese tasting like. In fact, it may have been better than what I remember boxed mac and cheese tasting like. Texture: 5 This is a rice pasta. I usually like a corn rice blend pasta better than all pasta that is only rice based. The texture of this mac and cheese though was really good even though the pasta was all rice. Cost: $4.74  Final Verdict: My husband and I both really liked this mac and cheese. It reminded us of the Kraft Deluxe mac and cheese. The pasta was rice based, which is not my favorite type of gluten free pasta, so the texture was a little off to me. However, I did really enjoy it. Velveeta Gluten Free Mac and Cheese Taste: 5 We thought the taste of this was very close to regular Velveeta Mac and Cheese. It was delicious. Texture: 5 The pasta in Velveeta Gluten Free Mac and Cheese is corn and rice based. Gluten free pasta is never going to be quite the same as regular pasta, but we thought the texture of this was very good and close to the real thing. Price: $4.99  Final Verdict: My husband and I both loved the taste of this. My husband thought it tasted more salty than the Annies, but we both loved it. I liked the Velveeta Gluten Free Mac and Cheese a little better than the Annie’s Deluxe Gluten Free Mac and Cheese. My husband said he thought that Annie’s Deluxe Gluten Free Mac and Cheese was slightly better. However, we both gave them a five for taste and texture. In the end, we called it a tie between Annie’s Deluxe Gluten Free Mac and Cheese and Velveeta Gluten Free Mac and Cheese for the best gluten-free mac and cheese The Best Gluten Free Dairy Free Mac and Cheese Banza Vegan Gluten Free Dairy Free Mac and CheesePrice: $5.00 My daughter eats gluten-free and dairy-free. She has tried quite a few gluten free and dairy free boxed mac and cheese over the years and she said this is the best she has had. It surprised me that she like it so much, because we do not like the Banza pasta, but she likes it so much she keeps it on hand for an easy dinner. If you have a favorite gluten-free boxed macaroni and cheese, I would love to hear about it. Is there a brand I haven’t tried that I should? The post Best Gluten Free Boxed Mac and Cheese appeared first on Lynn's Kitchen Adventures.
Homemade Tomato Soup Recipes
Make yourself a big bowl of tomato soup using one of these homemade recipes.  It is the perfect time of year for a big bowl of tomato soup. It makes a great lunch or dinner served by itself or with a homemade grilled cheese sandwich. Canned tomato soup is a staple for many people. It is often a soup that people are nostalgic about because they ate it as a child. But did you know that homemade tomato soup is even better? I always thought that I did not like tomato soup, but the reality was that I just didn’t like canned tomato soup. Once I had a bowl of homemade tomato soup, I knew how delicious tomato soup could be. If you love tomato soup and have not had homemade tomato soup, you need to try one of these homemade tomato soup recipes. And if you are like me and don’t think you like homemade tomato soup, these recipes might just change your mind. Homemade Tomato Soup Recipes I first shared this recipe for Homemade Tomato Soup back in 2008. That is the year I started this website. That means I have been making this soup recipe for almost twenty years. It is still a favorite. If you love tomato soup but have never made it at home, this recipe is a great place to start.  Ina Garten’s Homemade Tomato Soup I made Ina Garten’s Homemade Tomato Soup last year for my Cooking with Ina series, and my husband loved it. It is slightly different from my basic homemade tomato soup, but it is a great one to try.  Copycat Panera Bread Tomato Soup Years ago, before I ate gluten free, I loved Panera Bread’s tomato soup. I missed it after going gluten free, so I came up with a homemade copycat version of it. I really need to update the pictures on this post, but my Homemade Panera Bread Tomato Soup is delicious.  Years ago, I adapted my favorite tomato soup recipe for the crockpot. It makes homemade tomato soup even easier.  This Mexican tomato soup is another variation of a basic tomato soup. I love this recipe because it is easy to make as spicy as you want by changing the peppers you use.  Bacon makes everything better, including this tomato soup. This bacon-tomato soup recipe is one I developed to make tomato soup a little heartier for my husband and son.  Tomato soup is often made creamy with dairy. One of my daughters is dairy-free, so I developed a creamy dairy-free version of tomato soup. If you have never make homemade tomato soup, I hope you give one of these recipes a try! They would all go perfectly with a grilled cheese sandwich. The post Homemade Tomato Soup Recipes appeared first on Lynn's Kitchen Adventures.
Menu Plan January Week 1
After taking a few weeks off, I am back with menu plans to start the new year.  I have been sharing menu plans for almost seventeen years. It is one of my favorite things to share each week. Menu plans have saved me so much time and money over the years. If you are looking for ways to save time and money in the kitchen this year, give menu planning a try. Menu Plan January Week 1Quick and easy recipes to start the new year. The Best Banana MuffinsThe best banana muffins make a great breakfast, lunch, or dessert. Cinnamon Raisin Baked OatmealAll the flavors of a cinnamon raisin oatmeal cookie in the form of baked oatmeal. Peanut Butter Chex Granola RecipeSkip the store bought granola and make it at home. Oven TacosChange up taco night with overn tacos. A family and reader favorite for years. Easy Slow Cooked Chicken LegsYou only need a few ingredients to make these easy slow cooked chicken legs. Sausage Spinach SoupA quick and easy delicious soup. Taco SoupA taco soup with a special ingredient that gives it so much flavor. Breakfast BowlsBreakfast bowls are an easy make-ahead freezer-friendly breakfast. Nut Free Larabar (Like) Bites RecipeA nut free Larabar like bites that are easy to make homemade. The post Menu Plan January Week 1 appeared first on Lynn's Kitchen Adventures.
Gluten Free Menu Plan January Week 1
This week’s gluten free menu plan is full of quick and easy gluten free meals for the week.  I made notes next to the ingredients that need to be gluten free, but as always read labels to make sure that the ingredients are safe for your family. Gluten Free Menu Plan January Week 1Quick and easy gluten free meals for the first week of January. Martha Stewart's Blueberry Pancakes with Gluten Free OptionMake breakfast special with this easy to make blueberry pancake recipe. Scrambled Eggs with SalmonA quick and easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Crustless Spinach Sausage Cottage Cheese QuicheSausage and spinach are combined in this delicious crustless quiche Gluten Free Brazilian Cheese Buns
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A delicious gluten free side to any meal. Fried Cabbage and KielbasaFried Cabbage and Kielbasa is an easy one pot meal. Beef and Beans CasseroleQuick and easy dinner using only five ingredients. Cheesy Fajita ChickenCheese, fajita seasoning, and chicken are combined in this quick and easy dinner recipe. Bacon SalmonSalmon cooked in bacon grease is so flavorful and delicious. Homemade Vanilla PuddingSkip the box and make vanilla pudding at home. Easy to make and way better than the box. The post Gluten Free Menu Plan January Week 1 appeared first on Lynn's Kitchen Adventures. Office Party 2025
It is time to share what I made for my husband’s office party this year. Long time readers will remember these posts. My husband owns a couple of businesses, and I have been hosting the Christmas party for at least twenty-seven years.  The party was two weeks ago, so I am a little late getting this post up, but I hope it gives you some ideas for last minute Christmas candy. This year, I made the least amount of candy that I have in years. Ongoing health issues have limited what I can do, but I still managed to make five candies, a cookie, and bacon dip. The rest of the food we got from a local, award-winning, BBQ place. What I Made for the 2025 Office Christmas Party This Coffee Fudge Recipe is a must make every year. I think I have been making this fudge for at least fifteen years. Every year, I even ship my mom some of it. This year, I also sent my son a box of candy and included this in the box. Coffee fudge is a great gift for coffee lovers.  Salted Caramel Fudge was a new recipe that I tried this year, and I loved it.  I have made Martha Stewart’s Marshmallow Fudge before, but this year I added holiday M&M’s. It was a fun way to change it up.  Homemade Heath Bars are also a must make every year. This is a favorite for so many. It is a little more challenging to make, but it is so worth it.  Oreo Cookie Bark is one of the easiest candies that I make. It is basically Oreo’s and chocolate. It even works with a gluten-free Oreo-type cookie.  Several employees eat gluten-free, so I always try to make gluten-free holiday cookies. This year I made gluten-free Andes Mint Cookies, and they were delicious. I would love to hear what Christmas candy and cookies you have been making this year. More Christmas Party RecipesIf you need even more Christmas recipes, be sure to check out some of my past Christmas party recipes. The post Office Party 2025 appeared first on Lynn's Kitchen Adventures. More Recent Articles
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