A variety of boxes of store-bought mac and cheese on a white surface. - Emily Alexander/Static Media Most pasta enthusiasts likely have a solid recipe for ooey-gooey mac and cheese up their sleeve, ...

Cracker Barrel Sharp Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese was a standout in our test. Peeking at the package post-sampling, this brand ...

While boxed mac and cheese isn't a gourmet meal, it should be flavorful with cheesy goodness, so we were surprised at this brand's total failure on all counts.