Mac And Cheese Bites Recipe
Crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside
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Ingredients
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For the Mac and Cheese
For the Coating
For Frying
Method
Preparing the Mac and Cheese
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well. Allow the mixture to cool in the pot for about 30 minutes.
Coating the Bites
- 4
Prepare Coating Station
Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and salt.
- 5
Form the Bites
Once the mac and cheese mixture is cooled, use your hands to form small balls or bites, about 1-inch in diameter.
- 6
Coat the Bites
Roll each mac and cheese ball first in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Place coated bites on a baking sheet.
Frying the Bites
- 7
Heat the Oil
In a large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Fry the Bites
Carefully add the coated mac and cheese bites to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
- 9
Serve
Serve the mac and cheese bites warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
