Belgian Potato Croquettes

==Description==
Very nice potato croquettes as they are eaten in Belgium. Requires basic cooking skills and easy to prepare !
==Ingredients==
* 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
* approx ½ cup water
* 2 oz butter
* salt
* a pinch of nutmeg
* 2 oz plain flour
* 2 eggs
* vegetable oil for frying
==Directions==
# Place the potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with salted water, bring to the boil then cook for 15-20 minutes until soft.
# Drain the potatoes well, return to the pan and mash with a fork or potato masher.
# Set aside.
# In another saucepan, mix together the water, butter, salt and nutmeg.
# Bring to the boil then stir in the flour and reduce the heat a little.
# Beat with a wooden spoon until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a ball, about 3 minutes.
# Remove from the heat and add the eggs, one at the time, beating well after each addition.
# Continue to beat the mixture until smooth and shiny then add the mashed potatoes and mix well.
# Preheat the deep fat fryer to 180°C, 350°F and preheat the oven to 170°C, 325°F, gas mark 3.
# Drop tablespoons of the potato mixture into the oil, flattening each croquette with the back of the spoon and cook for a few minutes until crisp and golden, turning once or twice.
# You will need to do this in batches.
# Drain well on kitchen paper and keep warm in the oven whilst you cook the remaining croquettes.
# Serve hot.
Category:Belgian Vegetarian
Category:Potato Recipes
Category:Egg Recipes