Potato Bacon Bites (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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2 cups chilled mashed potato leftovers
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1/2 teaspoon onion seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon garlic seasoning
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1 small diced jalapeño (optional)
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1 cup of sharp cheddar, shredded
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Salt and black pepper as you like
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1 1/2 cups seasoned breadcrumb mix
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2 beaten large eggs
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1/2 cup regular flour
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12 pieces of bacon
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Oil of your choice for frying
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Chopped parsley (optional, for decoration)
# Steps to Follow:
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Throw the mashed potatoes, cheddar, jalapeño, and both seasonings in a big bowl. Add salt and pepper, then mix until everything blends well.
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Scoop out the mixture and mold into 1.5-inch balls. You should end up with around 12.
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Grab three bowls. Fill one with flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs.
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Take each potato ball and roll it in flour, then dip it into the eggs, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs.
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Take a slice of bacon and wrap it snugly around each ball, securing it with a toothpick.
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Heat oil in a pot or skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the bacon-wrapped balls in small batches of 3–4 for roughly 4–6 minutes, until the bacon crisps and becomes golden.
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Take them out, let them rest on a plate covered with paper towels. Sprinkle a little parsley on top if you want, and dig in with a tasty dipping sauce!