Fried potato balls

Ingredients

2 cups cold mashed potatoes

1 large egg, lightly beaten

3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup chopped green onions

4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

Oil for frying

Directions

Place mashed potatoes in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Stir in the egg, cheese, onions and bacon. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in bread crumbs. Let stand for 15 minutes.

In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry potato balls, a few at a time, until golden brown, 2-1/2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

5 potato balls: 290 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 496mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.