Potato Croquettes

1. 1

   In a 6-inch-deep saucepan, heat 4 to 6 inches of oil to 375 degrees F.

2. 2

   Put the cooked and cooled potatoes through a food mill into a large bowl.

3. 3

   Stir in 4 of the eggs, ham, and cheese and incorporate.

4. 4

   Season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Pour flour onto a large plate and the breadcrumbs onto another large plate.

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   Whisk the remaining 2 eggs with the milk and pour this mixture into another large plate.

7. 7

   Starting with a ball of potato mixture the size of an egg, form your croquettes using your hands (it helps to cover your hands with some of the flour to avoid a lot of sticking).

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   They should look like fat cylinders.

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   Dredge the croquette in flour, then the egg mixture, and finally, the breadcrumbs.

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    Continue until all potato mixture is finished.

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    Carefully place 5 croquettes in the hot oil and fry until a deep golden brown, about 4 minutes.

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    Remove and drain on paper towels.

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    Continue until all croquettes are fried.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.