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These Frito Pie Croquettes will be a game changer at your next social gathering.

Tasty Frito Pie
Chili (store-bought is fine, too):
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp cumin
1½ tsp salt
1 tsp cayenne pepper
Breading:
1 (9.25-ounce) bag Fritos® corn chips
Flour, for coating
2 large eggs, beaten
Neutral oil, for frying
Toppings:
Crema, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese
Make the chili: Cook the ground beef in a large pan over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, or until browned and crumbly. It?s okay if it?s not cooked completely. Remove the beef to a plate with a slotted spoon. Add the onion and garlic to the drippings in the pan. Cook and stir for about 1 minute, or until soft and fragrant.
Return the beef to the pan and add the tomatoes, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper. Use a potato masher to break the tomatoes into smaller pieces so the sauce spreads. Simmer for about 7 minutes, then taste and adjust seasonings.
Pour the chili into a food processor and mix until everything is the same size.
Let the chili cool in the fridge for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the breading: Working in batches, place the corn chips into a food processor and blend until the size of bread crumbs. Set aside.
Use your hands to form the cooled chili into patties, coat gently with flour, and place on a sheet tray. Place the tray in the freezer for 10 minutes.
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