Mac 'n' Cheese Croquettes

Submitted by Alia55

"A great appetizer for kids."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 24

ingredients

• 2 cups prepared macaroni and cheese
• 1 cup flour
• salt
• pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• canola oil

directions

1. Roll macaroni and cheese into bit-sized balls.
2. Dredge balls in flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
3. Tap off excess flour and dip in eggs, then panko.
4. Let balls sit for a few minutes to set crust.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together mayo, garlic, and lemon juice to make aioli.
6. Heat oil in pan until it reaches 375 degrees.
7. Very carefully drop balls into hot oil and fry until golden brown.
8. Drain on paper towels.
9. Serve croquettes on platter with small bowl of aioli dipping sauce.