Potato and Cheese Croquettes

By rrxing

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 lb. baking potatoes (about 5 large), peeled, cubed
• 1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 2 eggs
• 2 Tbsp. butter, softened
• 1/2 cup minced fresh chives
• 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 10 RITZ Crackers, finely crushed
• 1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 375ºF.
Cook potatoes in boiling water in large saucepan 20 min. or until tender; drain. Mash potatoes until smooth. Stir in all remaining ingredients except cracker crumbs and Parmesan.
Shape into 30 (2-inch) oval croquettes, using about 1/4 cup potato mixture for each. Roll in combined cracker crumbs and Parmesan, turning to evenly coat each croquette. Place on baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray; spray tops and sides with cooking spray.
Bake 30 to 35 min. or until golden brown.