Fried Mashed Potato Sticks
Paula Jones
Updated Sep 23, 2015
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, this crunchy potatoes are a great alternative to French fries.
Fried Mashed Potato Sticks
- Prep Time 30 min
- Total 1 hr 30 min
- Servings 6
- Ingredients 4
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 2 pouches (3.6 oz each) Betty Crocker™ Homestyle creamy butter mashed potatoes (just-add-water variety)
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- Ranch dressing, if desired
Instructions
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Step1In 2-quart saucepan, heat water to boiling. Turn off heat. Add potatoes. Mix to combine.
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Step2Spread potatoes onto an ungreased rimmed half baking sheet or 13x9-inch pan. Smooth top with spatula. Place in freezer about 1 hour or until frozen.
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Step3Using cookie cutter or sharp knife, cut out stick shapes. Return to freezer until oil is heated.
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Step4In deep-fat fryer or heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat to 350°F.
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Step5Carefully place frozen potato sticks into oil (being careful to not crowd pan) and cook until golden. Transfer cooked potato sticks to plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
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Step6Serve with a side of dressing.
Nutrition
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