Potato Cheese Sticks (Crispy Outside, Melty Inside) - Quickie Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb (680 g) russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1/2 cup (55 g) shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch, plus more if needed
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 oz (170 g) low-moisture mozzarella, cut into 16 small batons
• 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 1/2 cups (90 g) panko breadcrumbs
• 4 cups (960 ml) neutral oil, for frying
• Flaky salt, for finishing
• 1 cup (240 ml) warm marinara sauce, for serving