Description
A delicious twist on classic grilled cheese, featuring macaroni and cheese for a comforting, cheesy delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 1 1/2 cups leftover mac and cheese, cold or at room temperature
- 1/2 cup shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Arrange the bread slices on a clean cutting board.
- Distribute about 3/4 cup of leftover mac and cheese over two slices of bread, spreading evenly to the edges.
- Top the mac and cheese on each sandwich with 1/4 cup shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese for added flavor and binding.
- Place the remaining bread slices on top to form closed sandwiches.
- Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on the outer side of each sandwich.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Place sandwiches in the pan, buttered side down, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove sandwiches from the pan, let rest for 1 minute, cut diagonally with a knife, and serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, use different types of cheese in addition to cheddar.
- Serve with a side of tomato soup for the ultimate comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg