Ingredients
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2 cups instant potato flakes
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1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
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2 tablespoons flour
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1/4 cup cornmeal cornmeal
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1 -2 teaspoon seasoning salt
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1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
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2 green onions, finely chopped
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
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2 cups milk
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1/4 cup melted butter
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vegetable oil (for frying)
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1 large egg
Instructions
- In a bowl combine the first 9 ingredients.
- In another bowl mix the milk with egg and melted butter whisk until well combined; add to the dry mixture; mix well.
- Let mixture stand for about 10-12 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Using slightly wet hands tightly shape into small balls (about 2 tablespoons) place into hot oil then press down lightly with back of a spoon).
- Cook about 3 minutes on each side or until browned adding in more oil as needed.
- Remove to paper towels.