Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup

Take comfort food to the next level with this Mac & Cheese Grilled Cheese using cheesy waffles as the bread. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, this grilled sandwich is packed with layers of creamy mac & cheese and melty cheese, pressed between golden Cheesy Waffles. It’s pan-fried in butter for extra flavor and paired with classic tomato soup for dipping. A nostalgic twist with a fun, modern crunch—this one’s perfect for cozy lunches, quick dinners, or game day indulgence.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 1 sandwich

Calories: 793 kcal per serving

Ingredients

2 - cheesy waffles
2 tablespoons - unsalted butter
½ cup - prepared mac & cheese
¼ cup - shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup - shredded mozzarella cheese
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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