Fried Macaroni & Cheese Bites

By á-28844

Ingredients

• 1 lb macaroni
• 16 oz sharp cheddar cheese block (or 16oz shredded)
• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 eggs
• 3 cups seasoned bread crumbs
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

Details

Servings 24
Cooking time 150mins
Adapted from mommymusings.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
Boil macaroni until tender, drain and set aside. Shred cheese and set aside.
In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and mix until light brown color (make a roux).
Add 1 cup milk and whisk until thick.
Add cheese one handful at a time. Mix until cheese is melted and smooth.
Add cooked macaroni to pan and mix until well coated. Add salt and pepper.
Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until cold.
Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
Form cold macaroni and cheese into 1" balls and place on prepared pan. Place in freezer for at least 1 hour (overnight works well).
Beat eggs and add ¼ cup milk in a bowl to make egg wash.
Dip balls into egg wash then roll into bread crumbs, coating completely.
Heat oil in deep fryer to 320 degrees, or fill skillet ½-3/4" deep and heat over medium high to 320 degrees.
Fry 3-4 minutes, until golden, and drain. Serve immediately.

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