Crispy Potato Croquettes with Bacon and Two Cheeses - My Homemade Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 pounds potatoes, cut into cubes (Russet potatoes recommended)
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon pepper, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 large egg
• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese, cut in cubes
• 4 ounces provolone cheese, cut in cubes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended)
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste