Fried Ham, Potato and Swiss Croquettes
TOTAL TIME30 mins
SKILL LEVELIntermediate
SERVINGS6
About this RecipeCrispy croquettes filled with creamy potato, Swiss cheese, and savory Smithfield ham—simple, comforting, and full of flavor.
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Ingredients
Gather Ingredients from the list below 2 cups Leftover mashed potatoes 1 1/2 cups Whole milk 6 tbsps. Unsalted butter 1 1/3 cups All-purpose flour 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded 2 cups Seasoned breadcrumbs 3 Whole eggs for frying Vegetable oil
Gather Ingredients from the list below
1/2 lb. leftover ham, diced Smithfield Spirals Hickory Smoked Spiral Sliced Ham
Directions
1.
Heat oil to 350 degrees in a large pot or fryer.
2.
In a saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in 1/3 cup of flour to make a roux.
3.
Whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes then allow to cool.
4.
When the béchamel has cooled, combine it with the mashed potatoes, ham, and Swiss cheese.
5.
Form the croquettes into 2-inch-long cylinders.
6.
Whisk the eggs with about 1/4 cup of water, then dredge the croquettes through the flour, then the egg, then the breadcrumbs.
7.
When all the croquettes are breaded, fry them in batches until golden brown and hot throughout.
8.
Serve immediately.
