Turkey Croquettes
2 cups turkey, diced (may use chicken, ham or fish)
1 cup croquette sauce (below)
salt and pepper to taste
3/4 cup bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
Croquette Sauce:
3 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons flour, sifted
1 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon steak sauce
1 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Combine diced turkey with sauce, salt and pepper. Shape into balls. Dip in
crumbs, then in egg, then again in crumbs. Fry in deep fat. Pour remaining
croquette sauce over balls; serve hot. Chopped pimientos, green pepper, or
mushrooms may be added.
Sauce: Melt butter; add flour. Blend thoroughly; add remaining ingredients.
Cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Makes 2 1/2 cups sauce.