Method

• 1.
  Place oil and bacon in a cold frypan over medium heat. When the fat starts to render and bacon sizzle, cook for 3-4 minutes until crisp then remove bacon and reserve fat in the pan.
• 2.
  Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds then add the flour and stir.
• 3.
  Gradually add 125ml milk then stir until smooth. Add the cheeses and stir until smooth.
• 4.
  Add the macaroni and bacon. Season and stir to combine, then set aside.
• 5.
  Combine the eggs and remaining 100ml milk and whisk to combine. Dredge the bread in the egg mixture then place on a tray.
• 6.
  Add some mac and cheese to the centre of two pieces of bread then top with the remaining two slices to make two sandwiches.
• 7.
  Press the sides closed. Grease and heat a waffle or jaffle maker and add the sandwiches.
• 8.
  Press closed and cook until golden and crisp. Serve with hot sauce, a romantic comedy and a bottle of pinot noir.