Mac & Cheese Bites Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Mixture
Breading
Frying
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Making Cheese Mixture
- 2
Prepare Cheese Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Cheese
Add the cooked and drained macaroni to the cheese mixture. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated with the cheese.
Forming Bites
- 4
Shape the Bites
Using your hands, scoop out about 1-2 tablespoons of the mac and cheese mixture and form it into small balls or bites. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Breading
- 5
Prepare Breading Station
Set up a breading station by placing the all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes.
- 6
Bread the Bites
Roll each mac and cheese bite first in the flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Place the breaded bites back on the baking sheet.
Frying
- 7
- 8
Fry the Bites
Carefully add the breaded mac and cheese bites to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Bites
Serve the mac and cheese bites hot, with your favorite dipping sauce on the side.