Gloucester Codfish Balls

1. 1

   Pour off water and shred fish by placing on a cutting board and pulling apart with a fork.

2. 2

   Cook potatoes until tender, drain thoroughly and return to the pot in which they were cooked.

3. 3

   Shake over the heat until thoroughly dry; mash well and add butter and seasonings and beat until light.

4. 4

   Add flaked codfish, beaten egg and continue beating until mixture is light and fluffy.

5. 5

   Add more salt if necessary.

6. 6

   Form into balls and drop into deep hot fat (385F); fry until golden.

7. 7

   Drain on absorbent paper and keep warm until ready to serve.

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