I chose to use Shin Ramyun because, from what I understand, it's the gold standard of Korean instant noodles. This was the first time I'd bought Kraft singles ... ever. I'm lactose intolerant ...

There's nothing wrong with a simple box of classic mac and cheese, but who doesn't love leveling up in the kitchen? "Upgrades, people, upgrades," as Phineas T. Ratched from "Robots" would say.

When I first moved to America in 2008, I remember how excited I was to find Shin noodle soup — the same ... The sauces and seasonings can be liquid or dried, spicy or mild.