Mac & Cheese Fritters with Rouge-Mayo Dip Recipe

Name: Mac & Cheese Fritters with Rouge-Mayo Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Rouge-Mayo Dip; 1 qt. PURE KRAFT Mayonnaise; 1-3/4 cups GREY POUPON Rouge Dijon Mustard; 1/4 tsp. chili powder; Fritters; pancetta, small diced; 20 each eggs, divided; 10 pouches KRAFT Frozen Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, thawed; 1 qt. saltine crackers, crushed; 3-3/4 cups KRAFT CHEDASHARP Pasteurized Process American Cheese Shred; 1/3 cup GREY POUPON Rouge Dijon Mustard; 1/3 cup fresh tarragon, chopped; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. chili powder; 2 qt. seasoned dry bread crumbs

Servings: persons

Rouge-Mayo Dip
1 qt. PURE KRAFT Mayonnaise
1-3/4 cups GREY POUPON Rouge Dijon Mustard
1/4 tsp. chili powder
Fritters
pancetta, small diced
20 each eggs, divided
10 pouches KRAFT Frozen Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, thawed
1 qt. saltine crackers, crushed
3-3/4 cups KRAFT CHEDASHARP Pasteurized Process American Cheese Shred
1/3 cup GREY POUPON Rouge Dijon Mustard
1/3 cup fresh tarragon, chopped
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. chili powder
2 qt. seasoned dry bread crumbs

1
Rouge-Mayo Dip: Combine ingredients.
2
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
3
Fritters: Heat saute pan on medium heat; add pancetta.
4
Cook until fat is rendered; drain.
5
Beat 10 eggs (or 2 eggs for trial recipe) in large bowl.
6
Add pancetta, macaroni & cheese, cracker crumbs, American cheese, mustard, tarragon, salt and chili powder; mix well.
7
Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
8
Beat remaining 10 eggs (or remaining 2 eggs for trial recipe).
9
Shape macaroni mixture into 3/4-oz.
10
balls using #30 scoop.
11
Dip balls in beaten eggs then in bread crumbs, turning to evenly coat each ball.
12
Place in single layer in shallow pan; cover.
13
Freeze at least 2 hours.
14
Deep fry balls in 350 degrees F oil 3 to 5 min.
15
or until cooked through and golden brown.
16
Drain on paper towels.
17
Serve 2 fritters with 2 Tbsp.
18
Rouge-Mayo Dip.

2221

kcal

Calories

178

Fat

Carbs

148

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Rouge-Mayo Dip, 1 qt. PURE KRAFT Mayonnaise, 1-3/4 cups GREY POUPON Rouge Dijon Mustard, 1/4 tsp. chili powder, and more.

Yes, Mac & Cheese Fritters with Rouge-Mayo Dip falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mac & Cheese Fritters with Rouge-Mayo Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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