Name: Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 sandwich
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cheesy waffles; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 0.5 cup prepared mac & cheese; 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 0.25 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; tomato soup

Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup

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Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup

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Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup

Instructions

Toast the waffles in the oven or toaster oven until slightly browned and crisp.

Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.

Place one waffle in the pan. Top with cheddar cheese, mac & cheese, and mozzarella cheese.

Add the second waffle on top to form a sandwich. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for a few minutes until the cheese begins to melt.

Flip the sandwich and cook until both sides are golden brown and all the cheese is melted.

Serve immediately with tomato soup on the side for dipping.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Butter Temperature Balance 🧈
Use medium heat and clarified butter or a butter-oil blend to prevent burning while achieving that perfect golden-brown crust on your cheesy waffles without drying out the mac & cheese filling.
Pre-warm Your Mac & Cheese 🔥
Gently reheat your prepared mac & cheese to 160°F before assembling so it melts seamlessly between the waffles and creates those irresistible gooey layers when pressed.
Cheese Layering Strategy 🧀
Place cheddar on the waffle surface first (it adheres better to heat), then add warm mac & cheese, then mozzarella on top—this ensures even melting and prevents sliding during cooking.
Press and Flip Timing ⏱️
Use a weighted press or cast iron skillet for 2-3 minutes per side—pressing too early breaks the waffle structure, while pressing too late allows cheese to leak out the edges.
Soup Temperature Pairing 🍲
Keep your tomato soup at a gentle simmer (not boiling) to prevent it from breaking while waiting to serve; the slight acidity complements the rich cheese and cuts through the butter beautifully.