Mac And Cheese Bites With French Fries Recipe
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Ingredients
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Mac and Cheese Bites
French Fries
Method
Mac and Cheese Bites
- 1
Cook the macaroni
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the elbow macaroni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the cheese sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add in the flour, whisking constantly for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is bubbly. Gradually add the milk, whisking to avoid lumps. Stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- 3
Combine ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, egg, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly coated.
- 4
Form the bites
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls or patties. Roll each one in the bread crumbs until fully coated.
- 5
Chill the bites
Place the shaped bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- 6
Fry the bites
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the mac and cheese bites in batches and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
French Fries
- 7
Prepare the potatoes
Peel and cut the potatoes into even-sized fries. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch, and pat dry with paper towels.
- 8
Fry the potatoes
In a deep frying pan or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the fries in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Season the fries
Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. While they are still hot, sprinkle with salt to taste.