Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells

Name: Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked small pasta shells; 20 uncooked jumbo pasta shells; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 package (16 ounces) Velveeta, cubed; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 1-1/4 cups 2% milk, divided; 2 large eggs; 2 cups panko bread crumbs; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; Oil for deep-fat frying

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Prep:45minCook:15min

I created this deep fried mac and cheese recipe for my husband. He describes this recipe as unbelievably delicious because of the crispy deep-fried coating on the outside and the creamy richness on the inside. —Shirley Rickis, The Villages, Florida

Updated at: Fri, 18 Apr 2025 15:51:16 GMT