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Fried Mac and Cheese Balls

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So, I’m not going to lie to you. These are heavenly bundles of cheese and carbohydrates, but we all know that we are trying to have that last big hurrah of unhealthy foods before the New Year begins. Why not go out with a bang? I’m trying to convince myself that it’s ok. It’s partially working. This will be one of my last posts for the holidays. I know, it’s so sad. On the bright side, I will have some delicious healthy recipes up on the blog next week to help you all fulfill those New Year’s Resolutions. Healthy foods can be delicious too! I promise you this! So anyway, this is a traditional stovetop mac and cheese. We formed it into little balls. Doused them in bread crumbs, and fried them. They are delicious, addicting, perfect for New Year’s Eve parties, and even more perfect for game day. Feel free to bookmark this recipe for the Superbowl. You know you want to ;). The only problem with serving this on game day, is that everyone will expect you to make them for every tailgate. This is ok though. They are pretty simple, if you follow the instructions carefully. I hope you all had a fabulous holiday season and are looking forward to the New Year!

 

 

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Recipe Fun Facts:

I can’t stress enough how important it is to chill the mac and cheese. You will not be able to form them into balls if you don’t. You may possibly burn off your fingers in trying to do this. They will be incredibly difficult to work with. YOU MUST CHILL THE MAC AND CHEESE. It takes about two hours for the mac and cheese to chill completely for me. This may take longer for you (or shorter). After two hours, I suggest checking it. If it’s still warm, either stick it in the freezer or let it chill for longer in the fridge. You could even let it chill overnight. I think this produces the best results.

The bacon is optional. I like bacon in my mac and cheese. If we are going all out, we may as well through some more fat into the mix.

It’s also important to make sure the balls are packed tightly when you form them. If you don’t follow this step, they may fall apart in the oil. We don’t want that!

As is the same for frying most things, the oil must be hot enough to brown the mac and cheese, but not so hot that it burns them right away. 350 degrees is ideal, but anywhere from 325 to 375 will work. Use a frying thermometer. You will appreciate this.

Beer Love:

Beer: Dogfish Head’s Olde School Barleywine
Brewed By: Dogfish Head
Style: American Barleywine
ABV: 15% (Note – This fluctuates with each batch. It can be anywhere from 13% to 16% depending on the year.)
IBU: 85
Description: This brew is an American Barleywine in the truest sense of the term, but it has some notes that sets it apart. It has been fermented with dates and figs (which are two ingredients I absolutely adore!), and you can pick up a bottle in the Fall in many locations. It’s a great Barleywine that pairs very well with cheeses, which is why I picked it as the perfect pairing for this mac and cheese. It’s a sipping beer and could quite possibly knock you off your feet. It’s delicious though and perfectly soothing.

Happy Weekend!

 

 

 

 

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Justine

I’m the voice, author, creator, and photographer behind Cooking and Beer. We started things about 10 years ago and Cooking and Beer has morphed and grown into what it is today: providing hundreds of recipes to thousands of people.

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  1. Oh my heavening goodness! Do we have to go to healthy foods after the New Year? I will have withdrawls after this recipe!

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Hello! I'm Justine.

I’m a blogger and web developer from the beautiful state of Oklahoma, where my loving husband, two adorable kids, and two mischievous dogs keep me on my toes 24/7. My idea of heaven includes endless summer days, getting lost in a good book, and whipping up some delicious homemade bread.

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