Grilled Prosciutto and Basil Mac 'n' Cheese #SP5

Official Contest Entry: Simply Potatoes 5Fix. An epically satisfying take on your common Grilled Cheese. This is a definite go-to meal when your looking for some comfort food with a kick! Show more

Ready In: 20 mins

Serves: 4-6

Yields: 2-3 Sandwiches

Ingredients

  • 4  tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3 -6  ounces  thinly sliced prosciutto (can substitute pancetta)
  • 1  bunch basil, washed
  • 4 -6  slices  bread (I prefer sourdough or marble rye)
  • 1 (20 ounce) package  Simply Macaroni & Cheese, prepared to package directions
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Directions

  1. Melt 1/4 -1/3 of butter in large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place 1-2 ounces prosciutto on 1 slice of bread. Cover prosciutto with single layer of basil leaves. Scoop roughly 2/3 -1 cup of prepared macaroni and cheese on top of basil and top with another slice of bread to form a sandwich.
  3. Place sandwich in skillet with heated butter and cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until bread is toasted enough for your taste.
  4. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
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