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Mashed Potato Croquettes with Bacon Bits

10 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 45MINS

Mashed Potato Croquettes with Bacon Bits

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If you're looking for the perfect appetizer to serve at your next party or family gathering, then it's time to introduce everyone to these Mashed Potato Croquettes with yummy bacon bits! This recipe is ideal for when a simple yet impressive appetizer is needed - and with just 30 minutes of preparation time, made with Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes. Everyone will love the satisfying crunch and delicious flavor of these cheesy potato croquettes with bacon.
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If you're looking for the perfect appetizer to serve at your next party or family gathering, then it's time to introduce everyone to these Mashed Potato Croquettes with yummy bacon bits! This recipe is ideal for when a simple yet impressive appetizer is needed - and with just 30 minutes of preparation time, made with Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes. Everyone will love the satisfying crunch and delicious flavor of these cheesy potato croquettes with bacon.
45MINS
Total Time
$3.02
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
6
us / metric
Mashed Potatoes
2 lb
Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes (sponsored)
Bacon
8 oz
Bacon, chopped
Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 cup
Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Ground Nutmeg
1 tsp
Ground Nutmeg
Egg
4
Eggs, divided, beaten
All-Purpose Flour
1 cup
All-Purpose Flour
Panko Breadcrumbs
1 1/2 cups
Panko Breadcrumbs
Salt
to taste
Salt
Ground Black Pepper
to taste
Ground Black Pepper
Fresh Parsley
to taste
Chopped Fresh Parsley
for garnish
optional
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
576
Fat
33.7 g
Protein
21.5 g
Carbs
48.5 g
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step 1
In a skillet over high heat, cook Bacon (8 oz) for about 6-8 minutes or until crisp. Drain grease and set aside.
step 2
In a bowl, add the Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes (sponsored) (2 lb). Then add Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (1 cup), Ground Nutmeg (1 tsp), Eggs (2), bacon, Salt (to taste), and Ground Black Pepper (to taste). Combine until well incorporated.
step 3
In a sheet pan, using a small ice cream scoop, scoop the potato mixture onto the sheet pan and chill in the freezer for 20-30 minutes.
step 4
In separate mixing bowls, add All-Purpose Flour (1 cup), Eggs (2), and Panko Breadcrumbs (1 1/2 cups) in each bowl. Using your hands to roll a ball. Then dredge in flour, eggs, and panko. Repeat this process on the remaining potato balls and place them in a sheet pan.
step 5
In a deep frying pan over medium-high heat, heat 3 cups of vegetable oil to 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
step 6
Once hot, add potato balls into the hot oil in batches (about 4-5 pieces each time). Make sure to leave enough space so they don’t touch each other. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on all sides or until golden brown. Place potato balls on a sheet pan lined with paper towels. Let drain. Repeat this process with the remaining potato balls.
step 7
Place on a serving plate and garnish with Fresh Parsley (to taste) and enjoy immediately.
step 7 Place on a serving plate and garnish with Fresh Parsley (to taste) and enjoy immediately.
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Appetizers
4th of July
Comfort Food
Christmas
Snack
Shellfish-Free
Pork
Potatoes
Game Day
Labor Day
Memorial Day
Thanksgiving
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