Potato Croquettes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 lb. potatoes (8 medium), pared and cubed
1 1/4 tsp. salt, divided
1/2 c. hot milk
1/4 c. butter or margarine
1/8 tsp. pepper
3 eggs
2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
2 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs
1/2 c. vegetable oil

Preparation

Place potatoes in large saucepan.
Add water to cover and 1 teaspoon of the salt.
Cover and cook over medium-high heat until water comes to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer about 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender; drain.
Place in large bowl.
Add milk, butter, pepper and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; beat or mash until smooth.
Stir in 1 of the eggs and onion. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
Divide mixture into 12 equal pieces.
With floured hands, shape each piece into a log.