This summer, Kroger is adding a new cacio e pepe-flavored mac and cheese to its private label line. Kroger’s Private Selection line is one of our favorite private labels because, unlike some store brands, it doesn’t just copy and paste products from its competitors. Sure, there’s a private-label version of some popular sodas and cookies, but Private Selection also has a unique lineup—including the new Cacio e Pepe Creamy Macaroni & Cheese.
Cacio e pepe is one of the all-time great Roman pasta dishes because it’s so simple to make with cheese and cracked black pepper. At its core, cacio e pepe is mac and cheese, just with fewer ingredients and no macaroni noodles. So, put the two together, and you should have something genius. The Private Selection cacio e pepe macaroni and cheese contains black pepper and traditional Romano and Parmesan cheeses. Everyone wants a good mac and cheese to be extra creamy and cheesy, so Kroger added white Cheddar cheese to give the sauce a more authentic taste and texture.
The $4 box of mac and cheese would make a great side dish for most dinners, but I’m sure I’ll enjoy it on its own, much like a great cacio e pepe meal. The Cacio e Pepe Creamy Macaroni & Cheese Pasta is on shelves now at Kroger and its family stores, including Ralphs, Fred Meyer, Dillons, and more. I hope the cacio e pepe mac and cheese will become a permanent addition to the Private Selection line, but just in case it doesn’t, I’ll be sure to eat my fill of it all summer long.
History of the Iconic Kraft Mac and Cheese Brand
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese is one brand almost everyone knows. This brand first hit the market in 1937. That’s right; it’s been around for over 80 years! During the Great Depression and World War II, Kraft Mac and Cheese became popular because it was an affordable and easy-to-make meal.
James L. Kraft, the founder of Kraft Foods, invented a way to pasteurize cheese. This invention made cheese last longer. This was a big deal because fresh cheese would go bad quickly back then. His method made it possible to create the boxed mac and cheese so many love today.
The company has grown a lot since those early days. It’s now known for more than just mac and cheese. But, even after all these years, their boxed mac and cheese remains a favorite comfort food for many.
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Let’s Talk More About Kroger’s Unique Take on Boxed Mac and Cheese
Kroger is stepping up the boxed mac and cheese game with their new Cacio e Pepe Macaroni & Cheese. This isn’t your ordinary mac and cheese. It’s part of Kroger’s Private Selection line, which is known for offering unique and high-quality products.
Cacio e pepe is a classic Roman dish made with just a few ingredients: cheese and black pepper. Kroger decided to turn this popular dish into a mac and cheese variant. Their version includes black pepper, Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a bit of white Cheddar for extra creaminess.
This new product is not only tasty but also super easy to prepare. You just need to cook the macaroni and mix it with the creamy sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something quick but flavorful.
The Cacio e Pepe Macaroni & Cheese is reasonably priced at around $4 per box. It’s available in Kroger stores and their family of stores, like Fred Meyer and Ralphs. There’s no telling how long it will be on the shelves, so you might want to grab a few boxes while you can. If this new flavor sounds interesting to you, be sure to check it out. Who knows? It might become your new favorite mac and cheese.
From The Club
Who’s excited this summer? It’s always nice to relax a bit, go to a beach, or plan travels, but I just want new food releases to enjoy! The new Kroger Cacio e Pepe-flavored mac and cheese is one of the food releases I’m excited about! I mean, why not? As far as I know, Cacio e pepe is a classic Roman pasta dish that’s super simple, made with cheese and cracked black pepper. It’s basically mac and cheese with fewer ingredients and no macaroni noodles. So, combining cacio e pepe with mac and cheese sounds good to me.