{
  "id": 5581859,
  "title": "I tried baked mac-and-cheese recipes by Ina Garten, Ree Drummond, and Martha Stewart. One stood out.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/i-tried-baked-mac-and-cheese-recipes-by-ina-garten-ree-drummond-and",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T15:14:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/baked-macaroni-cheese-recipes-ina-garten-martha-stewart-pioneer-woman"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "I embarked on a culinary experiment, testing baked mac-and-cheese recipes by three renowned celebrity chefs: Ina Garten, Martha Stewart, and Ree Drummond. Each recipe presented a unique approach to this classic comfort food.\n\nMartha Stewart's recipe stood out as particularly autumnal. It incorporated roasted butternut squash, caramelized onions, and four types of cheese for a rich, cocooning flavor profile. The dish took about an hour to prepare, with the final step involving a breadcrumb topping that added a delightful crunch.\n\nIna Garten's mac and cheese recipe, on the other hand, was more streamlined. It featured just two types of cheese—extra-sharp cheddar and Gruyère—and included sautéed yellow onion and tomato for a brighter, tangier twist. The recipe was quicker and easier to follow, requiring only one pot and less cleanup.\n\nRee Drummond's recipe also leaned into the fall season with its butternut squash and caramelized onions. However, it was the combination of roasted squash, buttery onions, and a creamy cheese sauce that made this dish feel especially comforting. Like the other recipes, it also called for a breadcrumb topping and served four people.\n\nComparing the three recipes, Martha Stewart's version was the most complex, requiring four types of cheese and a longer prep time. Ina Garten's recipe was the simplest, using fewer ingredients but resulting in a tangy, tomato-infused dish. Ree Drummond's recipe was the most autumnal, with its roasted butternut squash and buttery onions.\n\nOverall, each chef brought their unique touch to the classic baked mac and cheese. While Martha Stewart's recipe was the most indulgent and complex, Ina Garten's was the quickest and easiest to make. Ree Drummond's recipe, with its fall-inspired ingredients, felt the most comforting and cozy.",
  "summary": "I tried Ina Garten, Martha Stewart, and Ree Drummond's mac and cheese recipes. The winner had an unexpected ingredient.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}