Ingredients
The following ingredients have 8 Servings
- 4 cups cooked mashed potatoes
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 4 Tbsp buttermilk
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh chives (you can substitute dried chives)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon (cooked and crumbled.)
- 1-1/2 cups crushed round buttery Ritz cracker crumbs (about 40)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instruction
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Combine the mashed potatoes, eggs, buttermilk, chives, cheese, bacon, salt and pepper and mix thoroughly.
- Place the cracker crumbs in a shallow dish.
- Use your hands and gently shape the potatoes into 2-inches round balls, or you could use an ice cream scoop.
- Roll the balls in the cracker crumbs.
- Place the potato balls on a greased baking sheet or one lined with parchment paper. If making ahead, cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.*
- When ready to bake, drizzle the melted butter over the croquettes and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- Serve immediately.