Mac & Cheese Bites Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Mac & Cheese
For Breading
Method
Preparing the Mac & Cheese
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the macaroni pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a roux. Cook for about 1 minute until bubbly.
- 3
Add Milk and Cheese
Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Mix the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until fully coated.
- 4
Chill the Mixture
Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
Breading the Bites
- 5
Prepare the Breading Station
Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for the panko breadcrumbs, one for beaten eggs, and one for the grated Parmesan cheese.
- 6
Form the Bites
Once the mac and cheese mixture is firm, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- 7
Bread the Bites
Dip each mac and cheese ball into the egg, then roll in the panko breadcrumbs, and finally coat with grated Parmesan cheese.
Frying the Bites
- 8
- 9
Fry the Bites
Carefully add the breaded mac and cheese bites to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- 10
Drain and Serve
Remove the bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.