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Deep fried mac and cheese

By Shawn Hogendorf
Created 03/21/2008 - 12:45pm

As I'm home sick today, I see Paula Dean making this on television. I know she's not looking out for our wastelines, but this looks good.This is Paula Dean's recipe, as found on the Food Network Web site. 

 

Peanut oil, for frying 
1 recipe "The Lady's Cheesy Mac" prepared, chilled in the refrigerator overnight, and cut into 15 bite-sized squares, recipe follows 
Flour, for dredging 
1 egg, beaten 
Plain bread crumbs, for dredging

 

Heat 2 inches of oil in a large, heavy Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.

Dredge each Cheesy Mac square in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs to coat. Fry for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.

 

"The Lady's Cheesy Mac": 
4 cups cooked elbow macaroni, drained 
2 cups grated Cheddar 
3 eggs, beaten 
1/2 cup sour cream 
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces 
1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup milk

 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Once you have the macaroni cooked and drained, place in a large bowl and while still hot, add the Cheddar. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and add to the macaroni mixture. Pour macaroni mixture into a casserole dish and bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Top with additional cheese, if desired.



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