What makes a great mac and cheese? Endless cheesy goodness, of course, but also flavor and a bit of pork belly. When I make this recipe everybody ends up loving it. I usually make it when the kids are visiting or to send it to the ER with Jason (I obviously keep a bit for myself).

Some tips to step up your mac and cheese game:

• Grate your own cheese

• Use different types of cheeses

• Add crunchy and meaty toppings

• Don’t be afraid to use spices and seasoning!

Ingredients:

• 1/2lbs pork belly

• Rosmery

• 5tbsp butter

• 1tbsp minced garlic

• 1 onion

• 2 1/2 tbsp flour

• 3 cups milk

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 8oz gruyere cheese

• 8oz mozzarella cheese

• 8oz white cheddar

• 1tbsp sazon seasoning

• 1tsp black pepper

• 1/2tsp garlic powder

• 1/2tsp onion powder

• 1tsp paprika

• 1lbs pasta