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Fried Potato Balls:

6 cups cold mashed potatoes
4 egg whites, lightly beaten
2¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
1½ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup real bacon cooked and diced
1½ cup dry-toasted  breadcrumbs

Place the mashed potatoes in a bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Stir in the egg whites, cheese, onions and bacon bits. Shape into 1-inch balls or put it a pastry bag and pipe into 3½inch sticks then roll in breadcrumbs. Let stand for 30 minutes in the freezer. In deep fat fryer set to 375°F, fry potato balls, a few at a time, for 2½ to 3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Serve warm.