MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06 Title: Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells Categories: Pasta, Cheese, Dairy, Breads Yield: 20 servings 2 c Uncooked small pasta shells 20 Uncooked jumbo pasta shells 2 tb Butter 16 oz Velveeta; diced 2 c Cheddar cheese; shredded 1 c Heavy whipping cream 3/4 c Parmesan cheese; grated, - divided 1 1/4 c Milk; divided 2 lg Eggs 2 c Panko bread crumbs 1/2 c A-P flour Oil for deep-fat frying Cook pastas separately according to their package directions for al dente; drain. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add Velveeta, cheddar cheese, cream and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Cook and stir over low heat until blended. Remove from heat. In another large saucepan, combine small pasta shells and half the cheese mixture; set aside. For dipping sauce, stir 1 cup milk into remaining cheese mixture; keep warm. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs with remaining milk. In another shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs with remaining Parmesan cheese. Place flour in a third shallow bowl. Fill each large shell with scant 1/4 cup pasta mixture. Dip in flour to coat all sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in bread crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere. In an electric skillet or a deep fryer, heat oil to 375°F/190°C. Fry shells, a few at a time, 1-2 minutes on each side or until dark golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with dipping sauce. Recipe by Shirley Rickis, The Villages, Florida RECIPE FROM: https://www.tasteofhome.com Uncle Dirty Dave's Archives MMMMM