Jalapeno Mac and Cheese Sandwich

The combination of spicy jalapeno peppers and creamy mac and cheese makes this sandwich a flavorful and satisfying meal.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Jalapeno Mac and Cheese Sandwich

Cooking Method: Baking, Grilling Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Lunch, Sandwich Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 2200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 piece Jalapeno peppers
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 slice Bread
• 4 tablespoon Butter

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the mixture thickens.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth.
6. Add the cooked macaroni and diced jalapeno peppers to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
7. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
8. Place a slice of bread, butter side down, on a griddle or skillet over medium heat.
9. Spoon a generous amount of the mac and cheese mixture onto the bread slice.
10. Top with another slice of bread, butter side up.
11. Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
12. Repeat with the remaining bread slices and mac and cheese mixture.
13. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 550kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.