Kid Sized Mashed Potato Balls Recipes

Steps:

• Pierce potatoes several times with fork.
• Microwave for about 7 minutes or until soft.
• Let cool for 10 minutes.
• Cut potatoes in half and scoop out insides into a medium bowl. Mash with a fork. Discard skins.
• Add butter, parmesan cheese, milk and salt. Mash again. Add more milk if necessary to make a smooth consistency.
• Using a small scoop, make 8 balls on a microwave-safe plate.
• Carefully make a small indentation with your finger in each.
• Cut cheese slice into 8 pieces and fold each in half. Place in idendation of each potato ball.
• Microwave potato balls for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Steps:

• Cut cheddar cheese block into small cubes.
• Place cold mashed potatoes into a large mixing bowl. Add green onion, chopped bacon, garlic powder, black pepper, and 1 egg - mix well.
• With lightly floured hands - pick up a tablespoon sized ball of potato mixture and flatten into a small pancake. Place a cube of cheddar in the center and wrap the potato mixture around the cheese. Repeat.
• In three separate bowls, add flour, remaining egg (whisked) and breadcrumbs. Coat the potato ball in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Coat once more with egg and once more with bread crumbs. Set aside - store in fridge while you wait to fry.
• In a medium pan heat oil over medium/high heat (to approximately 350˚F (180˚C). Fry the potatoes in batches until browned on all sides.
• Transfer fried potato balls to paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt.
• Transfer to a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven for 5 minutes at 400˚F (200˚C).
• Enjoy!

Steps:

• Place mashed potatoes in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Stir in the egg, cheese, onions and bacon. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in bread crumbs. Let stand for 15 minutes. , In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry potato balls, a few at a time, until golden brown, 2-1/2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Serve warm.