My childhood food memories are 50% mac 'n' cheese, 25% chicken nuggets, and 25% mystery fruit snacks. To this day, a big bowl of mac 'n' cheese still hits me in the nostalgia feels. But let's be honest, it's not the most nutritious weeknight option. With the carb-heavy pasta, the low-protein "cheese powder," and the salty sauce, it may be good for my emotional health, but not necessarily my body. Over the past few years, I've seen a shift in the macaroni aisle, away from artificial colors and flavorings toward "all natural" and "protein-packed" varieties... but are they really a substitute for the classic brand? I decided to find out by sitting down and trying every protein mac I could get my hands on. I often make boxed mac 'n' cheese, adding Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for added protein, so this is not a new concept to me.…