Fried Mac and Cheese Balls

Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
Fried Mac and Cheese Balls might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This recipe serves 16. One serving contains 271 calories, 12g of protein, and 14g of fat. This recipe covers 11% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes. Head to the store and pick up cheddar cheese, mac & cheese original, margarine and milk called, and a few other things to make it today.

Instructions

1
Make mac & cheese as directed on box. Stir in shredded cheese and 1/2 cup of the bread crumbs. Cover; refrigerate about 20 minutes or until firm.
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Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. Using 1/4-cup measuring cup, scoop mac & cheese mixture into balls; roll in remaining bread crumbs.
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3
Place on cookie sheet. Freeze 30 minutes.
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In deep fat fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 3 inches oil to 375°F. Fry balls in hot oil in small batches 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown.
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Drain on paper towels.
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Serve hot with ranch dressing or barbecue sauce, if desired.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 20 m.
Servings16
Health Score7
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