Best Jds Fried Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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FRIED MAC AND CHEESE BALLS



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A fun and easy recipe that the kids and guests will love! It's super cheesy and absolutely one of my faves. No need for spoons with this mac dish!!

Provided by erinrhodes813

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 7h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¾ cup pimento cheese spread
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
4 eggs
3 tablespoons milk
4 cups peanut oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Drain. Stir in the 2 tablespoons butter, the 1/4 cup milk, and the cheese packet from the package.
  • While the macaroni is still hot, stir in the Cheddar cheese, pimento cheese spread, and Italian cheese blend, and continue to stir until melted. Place the macaroni and cheese mixture in a container and refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the macaroni mixture from the refrigerator, and, using a cookie scoop, scoop into balls. Place mac balls on the prepared baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk the bread crumbs with the paprika, chili powder, black pepper, sugar, and cayenne in a shallow dish; set aside. Beat the eggs with the 3 tablespoons milk in a small bowl. Remove the mac balls from the freezer, coat in the egg wash, and then dredge in breading.
  • Fry the mac balls in small batches until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain briefly on a paper towel-lined plate; serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 146.5 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 1204 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

FRIED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Fried Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by troyh

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb macaroni
3 -4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 lb margarine or 1/4 lb butter
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in water and the salt until tender.
  • Drain.
  • In a large skillet, heat the butter or margarine, pour the well drained macaroni into the skillet.
  • Beat the eggs as for scrambled, pour this over the macaroni.
  • Fry on medium heat.
  • Add the shredded cheese over the top and cook until the eggs, macaroni, and cheese are all blended and a golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.7, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 92, Sodium 443.4, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 15.2

FRIED MAC 'N' CHEESE STICKS RECIPE BY TASTY



Fried Mac 'n' Cheese Sticks Recipe by Tasty image

America's favorite comfort food gets an upgrade in this mac 'n' cheese variation that you can easily make by just adding a few steps to your usual pasta prep. Serve it as finger food, an appetizer, or simply an indulgent dinner dish paired with tomato soup.

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 30 sticks

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz elbow pasta
4 tablespoons butter
2 ¼ cups flour, divided
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
peanut or vegetable oil, for frying
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil in a medium pot and cook the elbow pasta. Stir occasionally for 7 minutes, or until al dente.
  • In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter completely and whisk in ¼ cup flour for 2 minutes to create a light roux. Add the milk and season the mixture with salt and pepper. Stir continuously until the sauce fully thickens. Gradually add the cheese and stir until fully combined. Finally, add the cooked pasta and stir until the noodles are well-coated.
  • Remove the mac 'n' cheese from the heat and pour onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread evenly and freeze for 2 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 325°F (170°C).
  • Cut the frozen mac 'n' cheese into roughly 3-inch long sticks. Dredge the sticks in the remaining 2 cups flour, then the egg, and then the bread crumbs. Fry the sticks for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, then drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 1 gram

JD'S FRIED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Prepare for big smiles after watching someone bite into these macaroni and cheese balls. Once you bite through the crispy outside, the center of the ball is gooey, cheesy and everything you love about mac and cheese. Great for game day, girls night or even a party appetizer. They do take a bit of time (most of it waiting for the...

Provided by Kathy Schroeder

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
2 c milk, warmed, plus 2 tbsp for egg wash
1 lb grated smoked gouda cheese
1 lb grated sharp white cheddar cheese
salt and black pepper
2 eggs
3 c Panko bread crumbs, seasoned.
vegetable oil for frying
fresh marinara sauce for dipping

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Drain again and set aside. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle the flour into the butter and stir it with a whisk. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • 2. Whisk the warmed milk into the flour mixture, working out any lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the cheeses, and stir until melted and smooth; season with salt and pepper.
  • 3. Fold the cheese sauce into macaroni. Pour the mac and cheese into a shallow pan and refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours.
  • 4. Shape the cold mac and cheese into meatball-sized balls and place them onto a waxed paper-lined tray. Freeze the balls overnight.
  • 5. Beat the eggs and 2 tablespoons milk together to form an egg wash then into the bread crumbs. Dip balls into egg wash. Put the balls back into the freezer until you are ready to fry.
  • 6. Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer to 350 degrees F. Fry the mac and cheese balls until they are golden brown and center is hot, about 5 minutes. Serve hot with your favorite marinara sauce.

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