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These macaroni and cheese bites are incredibly delicious, and they are an excellent way to use leftover mac and cheese. The deep-fried fritters are an addictive snack, so be sure you make enough to go around!Â
Serve the mac and cheese bites as a snack with a ​spicy sriracha mayonnaise, ranch dressing, or a honey mustard dip.
Ingredients
- 3 cups oil for frying (or up to fill line on deep fryer)
- 2 cups macaroni and cheese (cold, leftover )
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (approximate)
Steps to Make It
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Heat the oil in a deep, heavy saucepan to about 360 F, or until a cube of bread browns in about 30 seconds.
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Shape the cold macaroni and cheese into small balls.
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In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs lightly with 2 tablespoons of milk.
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Dip the mac and cheese balls in bread crumbs, then into the beaten eggs, then in crumbs again.
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Drop carefully into hot fat and cook, turning, until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes.
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Remove to paper towels to drain; keep warm while making subsequent batches.
Variations and Tips
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To keep batches warm while making more, place the drained fritters on a rack in a baking pan and place it in a 200 F oven.
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Add some crumbled bacon, jalapeno peppers, diced pimientos, or cooked vegetables to the mac and cheese mixture before breading.Â
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Put a small chunk of ham or cheese in the center of each croquette before breading.
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Add a few tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese to the breadcrumbs.
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