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Truffle Mac & Cheese Waffle Sandwich

Irresistible Truffle Mac & Cheese Waffle Sandwich Delight

This Truffle Mac & Cheese Waffle Sandwich is a perfect blend of creamy and crispy comfort food, satisfying cravings in just minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni or any short pasta as a substitute
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter can be swapped with olive oil for a dairy-free option
  • 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour for thickening the sauce
  • 2 cups Whole Milk or almond/oat milk for a lactose-free alternative
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can be replaced with extra milk for a lighter version
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese experiment with gouda or mozzarella for unique taste
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese can swap with provolone for different flavor notes
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese or pecorino Romano for a twist
  • 1-2 tablespoons Truffle Oil optional but highly recommended
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
For Assembly
  • optional Cheese or Truffle Aioli for a flavorful layer

Equipment

  • Waffle Maker
  • Medium saucepan
  • colander
  • pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add elbow macaroni, cook for 7-8 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  2. Make the Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour for 2 minutes, gradually add milk and cream, stirring until thickened.
  3. Combine Cheese: Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, add truffle oil, season with salt and pepper.
  4. Mix Pasta & Sauce: Fold in macaroni, cool for 10-15 minutes, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat Waffle Maker: Grease plates, preheat according to instructions.
  6. Cook Waffles: Spoon mac and cheese mix into waffle maker, cook for 4-6 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Assemble Sandwich: Place one waffle down, add aioli if desired, top with second waffle, serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Chill the mixture before cooking to maintain shape. Serve immediately for the best experience.

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