Deep Fried Mac and Cheese

By cirql8or

Recipe courtesy Paula Deen

Ingredients

• Peanut oil, for frying
• 1 recipe "The Lady's Cheesy Mac" prepared, chilled in the refrigerator overnight, and cut into 15 bite-sized squares, recipe follows
• Flour, for dredging
• 1 egg, beaten
• Plain bread crumbs, for dredging
• 4 cups cooked elbow macaroni, drained
• 2 cups grated Cheddar
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk

Details

Servings 15
Adapted from foodnetwork.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat 2 inches of oil in a large, heavy Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.

Dredge each Cheesy Mac square in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs to coat. Fry for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Once you have the macaroni cooked and drained, place in a large bowl and while still hot, add the Cheddar. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and add to the macaroni mixture. Pour macaroni mixture into a casserole dish and bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Top with additional cheese, if desired.