Fried Mashed Potato Balls

Name: Fried Mashed Potato Balls
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cold mashed potatoes; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled; 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs; Oil for frying

Total Time Prep: 25 min. + standing Cook: 5 min./batch

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

These fried mashed potato balls are so tasty, you may find yourself cooking extra potatoes on purpose. They're a side dish that also makes a great snack or appetizer with your favorite dip.

Ingredients

2 cups cold mashed potatoes
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onions
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
Oil for frying

Directions

Place mashed potatoes in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Stir in the egg, cheese, onions and bacon. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in bread crumbs. Let stand for 15 minutes.
In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. oil to 375°. Fry potato balls, a few at a time, until golden brown, 2-1/2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

5 potato balls: 290 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 496mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.

The key to this recipe is to start with mashed potatoes that are firm from chilling. Serve the fried mashed potato balls with sour cream or ranch salad dressing on the side. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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