Loaded Mashed Potato Balls

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Total Time

35 minutes

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Rating

(5)

Ingredients

25 servings

4 slices bacon, diced
2 cups vegetable oil, or more, as needed
3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
2 large eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups Panko*
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

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Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside.

Step 2

Heat vegetable oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium high heat.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, chives, cayenne pepper and bacon.

Step 4

Using a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1 1/4-to-1 1/2-inch balls, forming about 25.

Step 5

Working one at a time, dip balls into eggs, then dredge in Panko, pressing to coat.

Step 6

Working in batches, add balls to the Dutch oven and cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan, if desired.

Chef’s notes

*Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store.

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