The macaroni and cheese at Old Fields in Greenlawn utilizes...

The macaroni and cheese at Old Fields in Greenlawn utilizes cheddar, fontina and Parmesan. Credit: Heather Walsh

When cheese meets pasta, beautiful things can happen. And while some restaurants keep their macaroni and cheese dishes perfectly simple, others excel at versions that add everything from bacon to duck to lobster.

Critics Peter M. Gianotti and Joan Reminick have selected 11 top versions at Long Island restaurants.

And all of their recommendations are worth the calories. We promise.

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