Woman's Day
Ingredients
Method
1.In a small saucepan, melt butter on medium. Add flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Remove from heat.
2.Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Return to heat and cook, stirring, until mixture boils and thickens. Simmer 3 minutes, stirring. Season to taste. Add corn, ham, cheese and onion to warm sauce, mixing well. Chill 1 hour, until firm.
3.Shape 2 tablespoons mixture each into rough logs. Arrange on a lined oven tray and chill 30 minutes.
4.Carefully coat logs in extra seasoned flour, dip into egg, then roll in breadcrumbs. Arrange on tray and chill 10 minutes.
5.In a large, heavy-based saucepan, heat oil on medium, until a few crumbs sizzle when added. Cook croquettes in 3 batches, 4-5 minutes each, turning until golden. Drain on paper towel. Serve with salad.
Chilling makes the croquettes easier to handle during cooking and also helps the coating adhere. Try other flavours, such as salmon, dill and lemon.
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