Bambas de patata rellenas de queso

Ingredientes

• 4 Slices Bacon
• 2 Cups Leftover Mashed Potatoes
• 2 Green Onions (diced)
• 1/2 Cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 1 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
• 1 Cup Plain Dried Bread Crumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon Granulated Garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 20 1/2 Inch Cubes Cheddar Cheese
• Oil for Frying
• Ranch Dressing for Dipping

Preparación

1. 1

   Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp.

2. 2

   Remove and allow to cool.

3. 3

   Chop.

4. 4

   In a bowl combine together bacon, mashed potatoes and green onions. Mix well.

5. 5

   Make an assembly line. Whisk together milk and egg in one bowl.

6. 6

   In another bowl combine bread crumbs, garlic and salt.

7. 7

   Make the potato balls: scoop up a heaping tablespoon of the potato mixture, place a piece of cheddar in the center and press the mashed potatoes around it to enclose the cheese in the potatoes.

8. 8

   Roll into a ball.

9. 9

   Dip balls potatoes in egg/milk mixture, then into bread crumbs, then back into egg/milk and then back into bread crumbs to double coat.

10. 10

    Repeat with remaining ingredients until 20 potato bombs are made.

11. 11

    Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a pot or skillet over medium high heat.

12. 12

    Once it reaches 350 degrees, carefully add potato bombs and fry until golden, about 2 minutes, turning occasionally.

13. 13

    You may need to do this in batches so you don't overcrowd the pan.

14. 14

    Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel lined plate.

15. 15

    Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately.