Chicken Croquettes

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and add flour to make a roux.

Remove from heat and whisk in milk.

Return to heat and bring to a slow boil, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat. Put 1 cup of white sauce in a large mixing bowl and add ground chicken, onion, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper.

Mix well and spread the mixture into a shallow pan to speed up the cooling process and chill thoroughly, about 30 minutes.

Lightly beat egg with water.

Shape meat mixture into croquettes, dip in egg wash, then bread crumbs and pan or deep fry until golden brown.

Drizzle remaining white sauce over cooked croquettes.

Makes 8 croquettes.