Best 9 Fried Mac N Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our collection of tantalizing fried mac and cheese recipes. From classic comfort food to innovative flavor combinations, this versatile dish offers endless possibilities. Discover the ultimate comfort food with our classic fried mac and cheese recipe, featuring a creamy cheese sauce, perfectly cooked macaroni, and a golden-brown crust. Craving something unique? Try our buffalo chicken fried mac and cheese, where spicy buffalo chicken and creamy mac and cheese unite in perfect harmony. For a cheesy extravaganza, our four-cheese fried mac and cheese blends four types of cheese for a rich and decadent experience. Vegetarian? Delight in our veggie-packed fried mac and cheese, where an array of colorful vegetables adds a healthy twist to this classic dish. And for a seafood twist, our crab and shrimp fried mac and cheese combines succulent crab and shrimp with a creamy cheese sauce for a taste of the ocean.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FRIED MAC AND CHEESE BALLS



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A fun and easy recipe that the kids and guests will love! It's super cheesy and absolutely one of my faves. No need for spoons with this mac dish!!

Provided by erinrhodes813

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 7h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¾ cup pimento cheese spread
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
4 eggs
3 tablespoons milk
4 cups peanut oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Drain. Stir in the 2 tablespoons butter, the 1/4 cup milk, and the cheese packet from the package.
  • While the macaroni is still hot, stir in the Cheddar cheese, pimento cheese spread, and Italian cheese blend, and continue to stir until melted. Place the macaroni and cheese mixture in a container and refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the macaroni mixture from the refrigerator, and, using a cookie scoop, scoop into balls. Place mac balls on the prepared baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk the bread crumbs with the paprika, chili powder, black pepper, sugar, and cayenne in a shallow dish; set aside. Beat the eggs with the 3 tablespoons milk in a small bowl. Remove the mac balls from the freezer, coat in the egg wash, and then dredge in breading.
  • Fry the mac balls in small batches until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain briefly on a paper towel-lined plate; serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 146.5 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 1204 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

DEEP FRIED MAC AND CHEESE



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A decadent treat that your family will love.

Provided by Paula Deen

Categories     cheesy     comfort food     Country Cooking     southern     vegetarian

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

plain breadcrumbs, for dredging
flour, for dredging
1 egg beaten
peanut oil, for frying
3 eggs, beaten
4 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat 2 inches of oil in a large, heavy Dutch oven to 350 °F.
  • Dredge each Cheesy Mac portion in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs to coat. Fry for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.
  • Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  • Once you have the macaroni cooked and drained, place in a large bowl and while still hot, add the cheddar. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and add to the macaroni mixture. Pour macaroni mixture into a casserole dish and bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Top with additional cheese, if desired.

FRIED MAC N CHEESE



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I have had these at The Chessecake Factory years ago. I saw a segment on Foodnet work a while back and decided I would give it a try. My kids loved it. They love anything with mac n cheese, plus anything fried..bingo instant success!! They are good alone or dipped in a marinara sauce of choice. Cheescake factory does a marinara...

Provided by Debbie W

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

favorite mac n cheese recipe prepare as directed below
1 bowl all purpose flour seasoned with salt and pepper
1 egg and milk mixture
1 bowl of panko bread crumbs..regular bread crumbs can be used but i like the krisp of panko
pot of cooking oil at 350 degrees

Steps:

  • 1. Bake your favorite Mac n Cheese..the more cheese the better
  • 2. Allow to cool ..put in the fridge 3-4 hours..i did mine overnight.
  • 3. Once mac n cheese is really cold form balls..I used an ice cream scoop..then squeezed them really well
  • 4. Place balls in the frezer for 2 hours
  • 5. Once oil is hot dredge the balls..flour, egg/milk, then panko..place in hot oil for 3-4 min until golden brown.
  • 6. I would prepare..3-4 at a time then fry
  • 7. Serve hot as an apietizer or side

FRIED MAC 'N' CHEESE STICKS RECIPE BY TASTY



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America's favorite comfort food gets an upgrade in this mac 'n' cheese variation that you can easily make by just adding a few steps to your usual pasta prep. Serve it as finger food, an appetizer, or simply an indulgent dinner dish paired with tomato soup.

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 30 sticks

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz elbow pasta
4 tablespoons butter
2 ¼ cups flour, divided
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
peanut or vegetable oil, for frying
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil in a medium pot and cook the elbow pasta. Stir occasionally for 7 minutes, or until al dente.
  • In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter completely and whisk in ¼ cup flour for 2 minutes to create a light roux. Add the milk and season the mixture with salt and pepper. Stir continuously until the sauce fully thickens. Gradually add the cheese and stir until fully combined. Finally, add the cooked pasta and stir until the noodles are well-coated.
  • Remove the mac 'n' cheese from the heat and pour onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread evenly and freeze for 2 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 325°F (170°C).
  • Cut the frozen mac 'n' cheese into roughly 3-inch long sticks. Dredge the sticks in the remaining 2 cups flour, then the egg, and then the bread crumbs. Fry the sticks for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, then drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 1 gram

FRIED MACARONI-AND-CHEESE BITES



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Make way for little squares of heaven -- these fried morsels are sure to be voted most popular at any party. You can (and should) prepare the stovetop macaroni and cheese a few days ahead, since it will firm up in the refrigerator, for easier cutting. Then follow a two-step breading process, using panko instead of regular breadcrumbs for a crust that's crisp yet light. Don't be put off by the yield; the squares fry quickly, in three or four batches, and you can reheat replenishments over the course of the evening -- whenever the platter is wiped clean (which will be often).This recipe originally appeared in "Martha Stewart's Appetizers" (Clarkson Potter).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 10 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt
1 pound elbow macaroni
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups milk, room temperature
3/4 teaspoon mustard powder
4 3/4 cups grated white cheddar cheese (about 14 ounces), room temperature
1/2 to 3/4 cup safflower oil, for frying, plus more for parchment
4 large eggs
2 cups panko

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook macaroni until al dente according to package instructions; drain.
  • In pot, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is pale golden and has a nutty aroma, about 4 minutes. Whisking constantly, slowly add milk. Cook, whisking along bottom of pot, until boiling, about 7 minutes. Reduce heat and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat, and add remaining 1 tablespoon butter, the mustard powder, and cheese. Stir until melted and sauce is smooth; season with salt. Add macaroni to sauce, and stir to combine.
  • Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with parchment; brush parchment lightly with oil. Spread macaroni mixture evenly in dish. Cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 8 hours.
  • Invert set macaroni and cheese onto a cutting board and remove parchment. Cut into 1-inch squares with a sharp knife.
  • Whisk eggs in a shallow dish. In a shallow dish, season panko with salt. Dip macaroni squares, a few at a time, in eggs, allowing excess to drip off into dish, then roll in panko mixture to coat completely. Transfer to a wire rack set on a baking sheet.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium until shimmering. Working in batches, add coated squares in a single layer (do not crowd pan); cook, turning occasionally, until all sides are crisp and golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes total. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined rack to drain and cool slightly. Wipe skillet clean. Repeat process with more oil and remaining squares. Serve warm.

FRIED MAC AND CHEESE BALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 12h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk, warmed, plus 2 tablespoons for egg wash
1 pound grated Cheddar
1 pound grated smoked Gouda
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs
3 cups seasoned bread crumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
Marinara or Alfredo sauce, to serve

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Drain again and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle the flour into the butter and stir it with a whisk. Cook for 2 minutes. Whisk the warmed milk into the flour mixture, working out any lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the cheeses, and stir until melted and smooth; season with salt and pepper. Fold the cheese sauce into macaroni. Pour the mac and cheese into a shallow pan and refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours.
  • Shape the cold mac and cheese into meatball-sized balls and place them onto a waxed paper-lined tray. Freeze the balls overnight.
  • Beat the eggs and 2 tablespoons milk together to form an egg wash and pour it into a shallow bowl. Put the bread crumbs into another shallow bowl. Remove the mac and cheese balls from the freezer. Dip the frozen balls into the egg wash then into the bread crumbs. Put the balls back into the freezer until you are ready to fry.
  • Heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer to 350 degrees F. Fry the mac and cheese balls until they are golden brown and center is hot, about 5 minutes. Serve hot with your favorite marinara or Alfredo sauce or combination or both for dipping.

FRIED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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As if macaroni and cheese wasnt fattening enough already!!! lol! It really is worth it though! I saw this on food network a while ago. Always KISS THE COOK!

Provided by KISS THE COOK

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

leftover prepared macaroni and cheese, refrigerated for at least overnight (should not be from the box type)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 egg, beaten with
2 tablespoons water
1 cup breadcrumbs, preferably Japanese panko
oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • Cut refrigerated macaroni and cheese into slices or bite size pieces.
  • Season the flour with cayenne, salt,and pepper.
  • Dredge each piece through the flour mixture and gently tap off extra.
  • Dip in the egg wash and then coat with the bread crumbs.
  • Allow them to rest for 5 minutes so the crust can set.
  • Very carefully drop into the oil and fry until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels for a few minutes or place on a rack with a cookie sheet underneath.
  • Serve.
  • (I like mine with hot sauce! but use your imagination or enjoy as is!).
  • In a few days, go to the doctors to check your cholestorol.
  • Repeat as needed! Lol just kidding! (Well really i'm not).

FRIED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Our city hosts the annual Westide Nutclub Fall Festival (second largest street festival next to Mardi Gras). The festival is known for cultivating strange and unique fried foods. Over the past couple years Fried Macaroni and Cheese has rose to fame at one of the local booths. I experimented around with this concept to create a recipe that had a little more "oomph" than the Blue Box product dipped in bisquick and deep fried. Here is what I came up with.

Provided by ChoisserCooks

Categories     Cheese

Time 10h4m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt (divided)
2 cups elbow macaroni
1/2 cup milk
12 ounces Velveeta cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
ground black pepper
4 large eggs
2 cups Ritz crackers
1/2 cup cornmeal

Steps:

  • Grease a9x13 pan.
  • In large sacepan, bring water and 1/2 tsp salt to boil.
  • Add pasta and cook 6-8 minutes, drain well.
  • In a large bowl, compine hot pasta, 1.2 cup milk, cheeses, 1.2 tsp salt, and pepper.
  • Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Spoon into prepared baking dish.
  • Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or until rollable.
  • Roll macaoni and cheee into 1" balls and plaze on a baking sheet, freeze for 2 hours.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and remining milk.
  • In s seperate small bowl combine crushed ritz crackers and corn meal.
  • Dip balls into egg mixture, then coer in crumb mixture.
  • Fry macaroni and cheese balls in oil for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.2, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 244.1, Sodium 1689.1, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 6.8, Protein 28.2

FRIED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Fried Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by troyh

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb macaroni
3 -4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 lb margarine or 1/4 lb butter
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in water and the salt until tender.
  • Drain.
  • In a large skillet, heat the butter or margarine, pour the well drained macaroni into the skillet.
  • Beat the eggs as for scrambled, pour this over the macaroni.
  • Fry on medium heat.
  • Add the shredded cheese over the top and cook until the eggs, macaroni, and cheese are all blended and a golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.7, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 92, Sodium 443.4, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 15.2

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the mac and cheese, so that it has plenty of room to spread out and get crispy.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet or griddle, or the mac and cheese will steam instead of fry.
  • Cook the mac and cheese over medium heat, so that it has time to cook through without burning.
  • Be patient! It takes a few minutes for the mac and cheese to get crispy, so don't try to rush it.
  • Serve the fried mac and cheese immediately, while it's still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Fried mac and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover mac and cheese. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a crispy, cheesy dish that the whole family will love.

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