Grilled Pimento Mac n Cheese Recipe

Name: Grilled Pimento Mac n Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 clove garlic, smashed and chopped; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Frank's Red Hot; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup mayonnaise; 4 ounces shredded Cheddar; 4 ounces shredded smoked Cheddar; 1 cup macaroni pasta, cooked and cooled; 1 roasted bell pepper, cut into small diced; Butter, for spreading; 8 pieces country white bread; 8 thick slices tomato; 4 piece bacon, diced and cooke; 4 slices mild Cheddar

Servings: persons

1 clove garlic, smashed and chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Frank's Red Hot
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
4 ounces shredded Cheddar
4 ounces shredded smoked Cheddar
1 cup macaroni pasta, cooked and cooled
1 roasted bell pepper, cut into small diced
Butter, for spreading
8 pieces country white bread
8 thick slices tomato
4 piece bacon, diced and cooke
4 slices mild Cheddar

1
In a food processor, blend together the garlic, paprika, hot sauce, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt and some black pepper.
2
Then add the mayonnaise, Cheddar and smoked Cheddar, and pulse until combined.
3
Put the mixture in a bowl and fold in the cooked pasta and the roasted red bell pepper.
4
Season with additional salt and pepper.
5
To assemble the sandwich, heat a nonstick griddle to about 300 degrees F or medium-high.
6
Butter the bread generously and spread about 1/4 cup of the mac n cheese mix on the non-buttered side of the bread.
7
Then add the sliced tomato, bacon and mild Cheddar, and top with another slice of bread.
8
Grill on both sides until golden brown.
9
Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 3 more sandwiches.

1569

kcal

Calories

117

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 clove garlic, smashed and chopped, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Frank's Red Hot, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Grilled Pimento Mac n Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grilled Pimento Mac n Cheese

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