MACARONI-AND-PIMIENTO CHEESE BITES
"Wow everyone with easy & delicious bites that are the perfect party poppers!" From Southern Living Jan 2008, submitted by Melody lee Dothan.
Provided by Meredith .F
Categories Cheese
Time 32m
Yield 5 1/2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Prepare pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour until smooth; cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 2 cups milk and next 3 ingredients; cook, whisking constantly, 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Cheddar cheese and pimiento until melted and smooth. Remove from heat, and stir in pasta.
- Line a 13- x 9-inch pan with plastic wrap, allowing several inches to extend over edges of pan. Pour mixture into prepared pan. Cool slightly; cover and chill 8 hours. Remove macaroni mixture from pan, and cut into 1-inch squares.
- Stir together breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish or pie plate. Whisk together eggs and 1/2 cup milk in another shallow dish or pie plate; dip macaroni bites in egg mixture, and dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
- Pour oil to depth of 1 inch in a large skillet; heat to 350°. Fry bites, in batches, 2 minutes on each side or until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 625.3, Fat 31.3, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 164.4, Sodium 1124.8, Carbohydrate 55.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 30
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Johnny Keiter
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and easy recipes and these bites definitely fit the bill. They were quick to make and they tasted delicious.
ABUBAKAR ABDULLAHI JAJA
[email protected]These bites were a huge hit at my Super Bowl party. Everyone loved them!
Suraiya islam
[email protected]I thought these bites were just okay. They were a bit too greasy and the flavor was a bit bland.
Tobi Fashina
[email protected]These bites were easy to make and they turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.
Mahamodul Hasan Rahat
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but I really enjoyed these bites. The pimiento cheese added a nice flavor and the crispy breading was delicious.
francis DJETTO
[email protected]These bites were a little bland for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had added some more seasoning.
Blackman FF
[email protected]I used sharp cheddar cheese instead of mild cheddar and it gave the bites a nice kick. I also added a little bit of cayenne pepper for some extra spice.
Mary Mar
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the bites turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.
MAVI KHAN
[email protected]I made these bites for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
Rabby Hossan
[email protected]These bites were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if they had been baked instead of fried.
M Shoail
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pimiento cheese, but these bites were surprisingly good. The macaroni and cheese base was creamy and flavorful, and the pimiento cheese added a nice tang.
Roy Milton
[email protected]These macaroni and pimiento cheese bites were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and disappeared quickly.