Jul 14 2026
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Mac N Chz Bites Recipe

Inspired by The Galley: A St. Pete Tavern
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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For the Mac and Cheese

For the Breading

For Frying

Method

Making the Mac and Cheese

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 1 cup of macaroni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cheese Sauce

    In the same pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until lightly golden.

  3. 3

    Combine Milk and Cheese

    Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, stirring frequently. Add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 0.5 tsp salt, 0.25 tsp black pepper, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, and 0.5 tsp onion powder. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

  4. 4

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until fully coated. Let it cool slightly.

Preparing the Bites

  1. 5

    Form the Bites

    Once the mac and cheese has cooled enough to handle, scoop out small portions and form them into bite-sized balls or patties.

  2. 6

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, place 0.5 cups of flour in one, beat 2 large eggs in the second, and mix 1 cup of breadcrumbs with 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese in the third.

  3. 7

    Bread the Bites

    Roll each mac and cheese ball in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Set aside on a plate.

Frying the Bites

  1. 8

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 9

    Fry the Bites

    Carefully place the breaded mac and cheese bites into the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.

  3. 10

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried bites with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

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