*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                      Cheese stuffed potato fritters

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Serving Size  : 5    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cheese                           Potatoes

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      pounds        baking potatoes, peeled and cut in eighths
     1/3  cup           butter,  softened
   5                    egg yolk
   2      tablespoons   parsley
   1      teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      pepper
                        pinch nutmeg
     1/2  package       8 ounce mozzarella cheese cut in slices
                        all-purpose flour
   2      large         eggs, lightly beaten
   1 1/2  cups          Italian bread crumbs
                        vegatable oil

Cook potatoes in  boiling water to cover 15 minutes or until potatoes are
tender; drain. Combine potatoes and butter in a large mixing bowl; beat at
medium speed with electric mixer until smooth. Add yolks and next 4
ingredients, stirring well. Divide potato mixture into 10 portions. Wrap each
portion around a slice of cheese; shaping into an oval. Lightly dust each
with flour; dip in beaten egg and dredge in Italian Bread crumbs. Refrigerate
20 minutes. Pour oil to a depth of 4 inches in a dutch oven Heat to 340
degrees. Fry fritters a few at a time, 8 minutes, turning once. Serve
immediately.

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