Deep Fried Mashed Potatoes

Courtesy of Idaho Potato Commission

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 Min.
Cook Time: 40 Min.

* 2 IdahoŽ potatoes, peeled and cut
* 1/4 c. milk
* 1/4 c. butter
* 1 tsp. salt
* 1/2 tsp. white pepper
* 1 Tbsp. chicken base
* 1/4 c. scallions, chopped
* pinch nutmeg
* 1 c. flour
* 4 eggs
* 1/2 c. buttermilk
* 4 c. Japanese bread crumbs

1. Place potatoes in boiling water and cook until soft. Drain water from potatoes and return potatoes to pan. Add milk, butter, salt, white pepper, chicken base, scallions, and nutmeg; mash until smooth.
2. Spread on sheet pan and cool. When cool, form into cakes. When formed dredge in flour, then eggs whisked with buttermilk, and coat well with breadcrumbs. Place in deep fryer and cook until golden brown.

* Recipe courtesy of Houlihans, Egan, MN