Potato Croquettes

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups mashed potatoes (preferably chilled)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying

DIRECTIONS:

In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and 1 beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
Shape the potato mixture into small logs or balls, about 2 inches long.
Prepare a breading station with three separate shallow bowls: one with the flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs.
Roll each potato croquette in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then roll it in the breadcrumbs, ensuring it is fully coated …