Ingredients
For the Mashed Potatoes:
2 lb Russet or Yukon gold potatoes (about 4)
4 cloves garlic, smashed
2 tbsp salt (for boiling)
¼ cup cream cheese
2 tbsp butter
¼ tsp black pepper
For the Breading:
2 large eggs
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
2 cups breadcrumbs
Mozzarella, cut into 1-inch cubes
For Frying:
Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
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Boil peeled, chopped potatoes with garlic and salt until tender. Drain and discard garlic.
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Add cream cheese, butter, pepper; mash until creamy but still chunky.
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In one bowl, whisk eggs, flour, salt. In another, add breadcrumbs.
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Form ½ cup of potato around a cube of cheese. Dip in egg, coat in breadcrumbs.
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Heat 1 inch of oil to 350°F. Fry each croquette for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
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Serve hot with ketchup or gravy.
Notes
- Use leftover mash if desired.
- Air fry or bake as alternatives to deep frying.
- Add herbs, spices, or other cheeses for variation.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: american
- Diet: Vegetarian
