Irresistible Leftover Mac and Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Transform leftover mac and cheese into a gooey, cheesy grilled cheese sandwich that’s the ultimate comfort food mash-up.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup leftover mac and cheese
- 4 slices bread (sourdough, white, wheat, or brioche)
- 4 slices cheddar, American, or melting cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- Optional add-ins: cooked bacon, jalapeños, or spinach
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients. Microwave leftover mac and cheese for 30 seconds to loosen it up if needed.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread evenly.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Place a slice of bread butter-side down onto the skillet. Add a slice of cheese on top.
- Spoon a generous layer of mac and cheese onto the bread, spreading evenly without reaching the edges.
- Add optional add-ins like bacon or spinach on top of the mac and cheese.
- Place another slice of cheese on top of the mac and cheese.
- Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Cook the sandwich for 3-4 minutes on the first side, pressing lightly with a spatula.
- Flip the sandwich carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese has melted.
- Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for a minute before slicing.
- Slice in half and serve warm.
Notes
[‘Use medium heat to ensure even cooking without burning the bread.’, ‘Cover the skillet briefly to help the cheese melt faster if needed.’, ‘Experiment with flavors by adding garlic powder or smoked paprika to the butter.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450500
- Fat: 2025
- Carbohydrates: 3540
- Protein: 1518
Keywords: mac and cheese, grilled cheese, comfort food, leftovers, quick lunch, easy dinner