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Welcome to The Flavor Journal, the podcast where we dive deep into the stories behind America’s most beloved dishes. I’m your host, Harry Hobbs, and today, we’re unwrapping the cheesy, comforting history of one of the nation’s favorite comfort foods — mac and cheese.

From its humble European beginnings to its rise as a staple on American dinner tables, this golden, gooey dish has a story as rich as its flavor. So grab a fork — or maybe a spoon — and let’s discover how mac and cheese became an American icon.