HAM AND CHEESE CROQUETTES

Steps:

• Heat 3 Tbsp. oil in medium saucepan on medium-low heat. Add onions; cook 6 to 8 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally.
• Whisk in 6 Tbsp. flour until blended. Stir in milk. Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook on medium-low heat 2 to 3 min. or until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
• Add cheese; stir until melted. Stir in ham; spread onto bottom of shallow dish. Refrigerate 3 to 4 hours or until firm.
• Roll cheese mixture into 36 balls, using about 1 Tbsp. cheese mixture for each ball. Whisk eggs in small bowl until blended. Place bread crumbs and remaining flour in 2 separate bowls. Add cheese balls, 1 at a time, to flour, then eggs, then bread crumbs, turning to evenly coat each cheese ball with each ingredient. Refrigerate 30 min.
• Heat remaining oil to 350ºF in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add cheese balls, in small batches; cook 2 to 3 min. or until golden brown. Remove from oil with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
• Mix mayo and mustard until blended. Serve with warm croquettes.