Recipes

Mashed Michigan Potato Croquettes

Potato Croquettes
Don't pitch those Holiday leftovers quite yet! Mashed Michigan Potato Croquettes will give your spuds a delicious second chance.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cold Michigan mashed potatoes
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil (for frying; about 2 cups)

Preparation

  1. Mix egg yolks, mashed potatoes, Parmesan, chives, and flour in a medium bowl.
  2. Roll into 1 1/2" balls; chill until cold, at least an hour
  3. Beat eggs in a bowl; place breadcrumbs in another bowl.
  4. Pour vegetable oil into a medium skillet to measure ½” (about 2 cups) and heat over medium-high heat
  5. Dip potato balls in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs. Working in batches, fry, turning often, until golden brown and crisp, 3–4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

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