Bacon Mac & Cheese Waffle Sandwiches
STEP 1
Cook the macaroni to al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
STEP 2
Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Blend in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
STEP 3
Slowly add milk and half and half, stirring constantly; cook over medium-low heat for a few minutes until mixture is just barely thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheese, stirring just until melted. Add the cooked noodles, bacon, and jalapeño and stir until blended.
STEP 4
Heat and lightly grease waffle iron.
STEP 5
For waffles: Measure waffle mix by lightly spooning it into measuring cup and leveling it off.
STEP 6
Whisk waffle mix, water, egg and oil until smooth. Let batter stand 2 minutes.
STEP 7
Pour about 2/3 cup batter onto waffle iron. Cook waffles until steaming stops or until golden brown.
STEP 8
Fill 2 waffles with macaroni and cheese mixture and cut into squares/wedges for serving.
