MAC N CHEESE BITES Recipe

Cook the macaroni

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Create the roux

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it forms a thick paste.

Add milk

Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

Incorporate cheese

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Combine pasta and sauce

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring until the pasta is fully coated. Allow to cool slightly.

Prepare for breading

Once the macaroni and cheese mixture is cool enough to handle, use your hands to form small bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter).

Set up the breading station

In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, combine the bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.

Bread the bites

Dip each macaroni bite into the beaten eggs, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated. Place on a plate or baking sheet.

Heat the oil

In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Fry the bites

Carefully add the breaded macaroni bites to the hot oil in batches, frying for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serve

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.