Ingredients
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 lb yellow potatoes, peeled and shredded
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2 large shallots, thinly sliced
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/3 cup cooked bacon, chopped
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1 egg
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2 tbsp chopped parsley
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1 clove garlic, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Wesson Canola Oil, for frying
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 tbsp BBQ sauce
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1 tsp smoked paprika
Steps
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In a small bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder and set aside. In a large bowl, toss together, shredded potato, shallots, cheese, bacon, egg, parsley and garlic.
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In a large heavy skillet, heat 2” of oil over medium heat until it reaches temp of 325-350F.
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Toss potato mixture with flour mixture just before frying. Scoop 1/4 cup mixture and form into a disk with your palm. Carefully drop into Wesson Canola Oil and fry for 4 minutes per side or until golden. Depending on size of pan, cook 3-4 fritters at a time being careful not the overcrowd. Remove carefully with tongs or slotted spoon to cooling rack over a baking sheet. Repeat until mixture is finished.
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To make dipping sauce, combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Can be made a day in advance. Top with chopped chives or green onions.
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