Comfy Cuisine- Home Recipes from Family & Friends: Fried Mac and Cheese Balls

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I tried these once at TGIFriday’s.  I always wondered how they did this………….now you know!

So here is the recipe for the Fried Mac and Cheese Balls.  Hope you enjoy!

  • Leftovers of your favorite Mac and Cheese
  • 2 cups Italian Seasoned Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp. each of: Paprika, chili powder, pepper, salt, sugar and cayenne pepper
  • 1 egg beaten, with 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup flour
  • Oil for frying

Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.  Using a cookie or ice cream scoop, scoop into balls. Freeze for 1-2 hours, or until firm.

Mix bread crumbs with spices

Combine egg and milk.  Bread the Mac and Cheese Balls, coating with flour, into the egg and milk mixture, then coating well with the breadcrumbs.  Let sit about 15 minutes to defrost.

Fry in 350 degree oil until will browned, at least 3 minutes to make sure they are cooked through.  Serve with your favorite marinara sauce.