Crispy Potato Cheese Sticks: The Ultimate Comfort Snack
A delightful burst of cheddar flavor complements crispy, fluffy Yukon Gold potato sticks, perfect for any snack craving.
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Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 2 medium yellow potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- Vegetable Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Start by peeling and chopping medium yellow potatoes into small chunks.
- Boil Potatoes: Toss the chopped potatoes into a pot of salted boiling water (add 1 teaspoon salt). Boil for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Mash Potatoes: Once tender, drain the hot potatoes and mash them until finely smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the mashed potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and cornstarch. Mix thoroughly.
- Form Dough: Divide the mixture in half, place in bags and flatten.
- Freeze Dough: Place the bags in the freezer for about 20 minutes.
- Cut Strips: Cut the seams of the bags and slice the dough into strips.
- Freeze Strips: Return cut potato strips to the freezer for another 20 minutes.
- Fry: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F and fry the strips for 3-4 minutes.
- Serve: Transfer fried sticks onto a wire rack to cool and serve hot.
Notes
- Oil Temperature Matters: Ensure oil is heated to 350°F before frying.
- Chill for Best Shape: Freezing the dough is essential.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Fry in small batches to ensure even cooking.
- Cheese Choice Counts: Always use sharp cheddar for better flavor.
- Dry Potatoes Well: Eliminate excess moisture after boiling.
Nutrition
Serving: 3sticks | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g