K.fried Mac & Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Fried Coating
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add Cheese
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is fully coated. Allow to cool slightly.
Frying Preparation
- 6
Prepare for Frying
In a shallow dish, beat the eggs. In another dish, place the breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.
- 7
Form Mac & Cheese Balls
Once the macaroni and cheese mixture is cool enough to handle, form it into small balls or patties.
- 8
Coat the Balls
Dip each mac & cheese ball into the beaten eggs, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- 9
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 10
Fry the Mac & Cheese Balls
Fry the balls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 11
Serve
Serve the fried mac & cheese balls warm as an appetizer or snack, with your favorite dipping sauce.