Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with these fried mac and cheese balls made with savory Bright Leaf Red Hots! Each bite combines the creamy, cheesy goodness of mac and cheese with the bold, spicy flavors of this classic southern frank for a delicious and unique treat that's sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients:
- (1) 1 lb. or 2 lb. Pack of Bright Leaf Red Hots
- (1) Box of Your Favorite Mac n Cheese (not the powdered kind)
- 8 oz. of Cream Cheese
- 1 Cup of Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Tbs. of Garlic Powder
- Crushed Ritz Crackers
- Extra: homemade jalapeno Velveeta cheese sauce
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Cooking Instructions:
- Cook the mac and cheese according to the instructions on the box and set aside to cool.
- While the mac and cheese is cooling, dice the Red Hots into small pieces and sauté them in a pan.
- Once the mac and cheese has cooled, mix in the Red Hots, cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, and garlic powder.
- Form the mixture into small balls, and then coat them in crushed Ritz crackers.
- Freeze the formed bites for about 30 minutes to help them hold their shape when frying.
- Fry the bites in oil until they're golden and crispy, and serve with a homemade cheese sauce for an extra creamy touch.
- Enjoy!
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Recipe provided by North Carolina Grill Master, @mamakuntry
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