Crispy Homemade Potato Cheese Sticks (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Potato Cheese Dough
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Medium yellow potatoes, peeled and chopped (about 500g)
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Sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded (1 cup, 100g)
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Cornstarch (⅔ cup, 100g)
→ For Deep Frying
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Vegetable, canola, or peanut oil for frying (1 litre)
# Instructions:
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Start by peeling your potatoes and cutting them into small, manageable chunks. Boil them in well-salted water for 15-20 minutes until they're nice and tender.
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While still hot, push the cooked potatoes through a strainer for the smoothest texture. If you prefer, you can use a fork or potato masher instead.
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Mix your freshly shredded cheddar and cornstarch into the warm potatoes. Work everything together until you've got a uniform dough.
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Split your dough in half and put each portion in a sandwich bag. Roll each until they fill the bags evenly, then pop them in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up.
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Take the chilled dough out, open the bags, and cut each portion into 12 even strips on your cutting board. Return them to the freezer for another 20 minutes.
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Heat your oil in a large pot to 350°F (180°C). Carefully fry the sticks in batches for 3-4 minutes until they're crispy and golden brown. Don't overcrowd the pot or they'll stick together.
# Notes:
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Always fry in small batches to prevent sticking
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Makes exactly 24 crispy sticks