{"id":"1f074e1a-bf67-42aa-aa29-5d4536e421bc","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/1f074e1a-bf67-42aa-aa29-5d4536e421bc","source_url":"https://italianfoodforever.com/2024/02/cheese-stuffed-potato-croquettes/","title":"Cheese Stuffed Potato Croquettes","description":"Crispy golden potato rolls encase a creamy cheese center.","servings":15,"servings_text":"15 servings","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT15M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://italianfoodforever.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/potatocroquettes3-720x720.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 Large Eggs, Beaten With Two Tablespoons Milk","item":"Large Eggs","quantity":2,"preparation":"Beaten With Two Tablespoons Milk"},{"text":"1/2 Cup All-purpose Flour","item":"All-purpose Flour","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 1/3 Cups Panko Breadcrumbs","item":"Panko Breadcrumbs","quantity":1.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Canola Oil For Frying","item":"Canola Oil For Frying"},{"text":"1/3 Cup Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese","item":"Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"3 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Fresh Parsley","item":"Finely Chopped Fresh Parsley","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1½ Pounds Riced 0r Mashed Potatoes","item":"Riced 0r Mashed Potatoes","quantity":1.5,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 Large Eggs, Lightly Beaten","item":"Large Eggs, Lightly Beaten","quantity":1},{"text":"½ Cup Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese","item":"Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Salt And Pepper To Taste","item":"Salt And Pepper To Taste"},{"text":"3 Ounces Soft Cheese Like Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Or Fontina","item":"Soft Cheese Like Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Or Fontina","quantity":3,"unit":"oz"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Combine riced potatoes with the beaten egg, Romano cheese, salt and pepper."},{"number":2,"text":"Divide the mixture into 15 to 20 croquettes."},{"number":3,"text":"Cut the soft cheese into 1/2 inch by 1 1/2 inch rectangles."},{"number":4,"text":"Roll the croquettes into an oval and push an indentation in the center with your fingers."},{"number":5,"text":"Place the soft cheese inside and then shape the potato over the cheese to cover."},{"number":6,"text":"Prepare 3 shallow bowls with flour in the first, eggwash in the second, and breadcrumbs in the third bowl."},{"number":7,"text":"Roll each croquette, one by one in the flour, make sure to remove excess flour."},{"number":8,"text":"Dip each floured croquette in the egg wash and finally roll in the breadcrumbs."},{"number":9,"text":"Pour oil into a deep frying pan at least 1 1/2 inch deep."},{"number":10,"text":"Prepare a baking tray topped with layers of paper towels."},{"number":11,"text":"Once oil reaches a temperature of 375 degrees F. start frying."},{"number":12,"text":"In batches of 5, fry the croquettes, turning often, until golden brown, then place on prepared tray."},{"number":13,"text":"Serve immediately, or keep warm in a 325 degree F. Oven until ready to serve."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T00:25:27.103319+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T00:25:27.103319+00:00"}