Fried Macaroni & Cheese Bites Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb macaroni
• 16 oz sharp cheddar cheese block (or 16oz shredded)
• 1¼ cup milk
• ½ cup flour
• ¼ cup butter
• 2 eggs
• 3 cups seasoned bread crumbs
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

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