Mac Cheese Fries
Mac Cheese Fries combine the creamy goodness of mac and cheese with the crispy texture of fries. This indulgent dish features a rich cheese sauce made from Parmesan, Velveeta, and provolone, mixed with elbow pasta, then formed into fry shapes, breaded, and fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, these cheesy bites are sure to satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 144 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint ground Parmesan
- 1 quart heavy cream
- 1 tsp sharp provolone
- 1 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 quart elbow pasta
- 2 cups Velveeta
- 2 cups panko
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the Parmesan, Velveeta, and provolone with heavy cream over low heat until smooth and creamy.
- Cook the elbow pasta according to package instructions until soft. Drain and mix the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce.
- Spread the mac and cheese mixture evenly on a sheet pan. Freeze until the mixture is about 75% solid.
- Cut the partially frozen mac and cheese into fry-sized sticks. Place the sticks back in the freezer and freeze completely.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with panko. Coat each mac and cheese stick in flour, dip in egg, and then roll in panko until well-coated.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F. Fry the breaded mac and cheese sticks in batches for about 4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot, paired with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg