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Mac and Cheese Patty Melts

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups leftover mac and cheese chilled
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • 8 slices sourdough or rye bread
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter and cook sliced onions with a pinch of salt until caramelized, about 15 minutes, then set aside.
  2. Mix chilled mac and cheese with beaten egg and panko breadcrumbs, then form into 4 patties about 1/2-inch thick.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy, then set aside.
  4. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
  5. Assemble sandwiches with mayo-side out: bread, Swiss cheese, mac and cheese patty, caramelized onions, another slice of Swiss, and top bread slice.
  6. Melt remaining butter in the skillet over medium heat and cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  7. Cut in half and serve immediately while hot and crispy.