Fried Mac And Cheese Balls

Name: Fried Mac And Cheese Balls
Ingredients: 1 7-ounce box mac and cheese, such as betty crocker™ original; margarine; milk; 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces); 1 ½ cup italian-style breadcrumbs, such as progresso™; oil, for frying; ranch dressing, for serving; barbecue sauce, for serving

The Daily Meal Staff|Aug. 12, 2014 2:09 pm EST

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Recreate a state fair favorite at home, with ingredients you already have in your pantry like boxed mac and cheese and Italian-style breadcrumbs. Fried Mac and Cheese Balls will be a hit with both the kids and grownups at your table. Click Here to See More Mac and Cheese Recipes

Servings

16

Ingredients

1 7-ounce box mac and cheese, such as betty crocker™ original
margarine
milk
1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 ½ cup italian-style breadcrumbs, such as progresso™
oil, for frying
ranch dressing, for serving
barbecue sauce, for serving

Directions

Make the mac and cheese as directed on the box, adding margarine and milk as called for. Stir in the shredded cheese and ½ cup of the breadcrumbs. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.
Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Using a ¼-cup measuring cup, scoop the cooled mac and cheese mixture into balls. Roll the mac and cheese balls in the remaining breadcrumbs. Place on a cookie sheet. Freeze for 30 minutes.
In deep-fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 3 inches of oil to 375 degrees F. Fry the balls in the hot oil in small batches until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with ranch dressing or barbecue sauce, if desired.