Mac and Cheese Grilled Cheese with Bacon Two Ways

Name: Mac and Cheese Grilled Cheese with Bacon Two Ways
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups Easy Mac and Cheese, recipe follows; 8 slices country white bread, buttered; 4 slices American cheese; 8 slices thick-cut smoked bacon, cooked; 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch slices, optional; Hot sauce, such as Frank's, optional; 8 ounces elbow macaroni; Kosher salt; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups milk; 8 ounce processed cheese, such as Velveeta; 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp yellow Cheddar; Splash hot sauce, or pinch of cayenne; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 cups Easy Mac and Cheese, recipe follows
8 slices country white bread, buttered
4 slices American cheese
8 slices thick-cut smoked bacon, cooked
2 Roma tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch slices, optional
Hot sauce, such as Frank's, optional
8 ounces elbow macaroni
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
8 ounce processed cheese, such as Velveeta
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp yellow Cheddar
Splash hot sauce, or pinch of cayenne
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Evenly spread the Easy Mac and Cheese in an 8-inch square baking dish.
2
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
3
Cut the mac and cheese into 4 equal-size squares.
4
Preheat a griddle over medium-low heat.
5
Place each mac and cheese square on a slice of bread, top with 1 slice American cheese and 2 slices bacon.
6
Top with a second piece of bread and griddle the sandwich until golden and warm, about 4 minutes per side.
7
Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
8
Serve.
9
For the adults, toss the tomatoes in some hot sauce and add on top of the bacon before griddling your sandwich.
10
Cook the macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water to al dente and drain.
11
Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat.
12
Whisk in the flour and stir for a couple of minutes, making sure it's free of lumps and the flour taste is cooked out.
13
Stir in the milk, bring to a simmer and cook over medium-low until thickened, about 5 minutes.
14
Stir in the processed cheese and Cheddar until melted, add the hot sauce and fold in the macaroni.
15
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

1965

kcal

Calories

168

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 4 cups Easy Mac and Cheese, recipe follows, 8 slices country white bread, buttered, 4 slices American cheese, 8 slices thick-cut smoked bacon, cooked, and more.

Yes, Mac and Cheese Grilled Cheese with Bacon Two Ways falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!