Description
BBQ Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich is the ultimate comfort food, perfectly blending gooey macaroni and cheese with smoky BBQ sauce, all enveloped in crispy, buttery bread. This indulgent sandwich is ideal for lazy weekends or any occasion that calls for a delicious treat. With a golden-brown crust and melty center, it?s a feast for both the eyes and palate. Plus, it?s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for grilling)
- 4 slices sourdough or Texas toast
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux, then gradually add milk, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted, then mix in BBQ sauce and macaroni until evenly coated.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place mac and cheese mixture on the unbuttered side of half the slices, top with another slice (buttered side up).
- Grill sandwiches in a skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg