Joann Coats's Codfish Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Soak the cod overnight as above.
2. 2
   Drain and cut into 1-inch squares, removing any remaining bones.
3. 3
   Place the cod in a deep pot with the potatoes, cover with water and bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes, then drain.
5. 5
   Mash the potatoes and cod with the onion, parsley, nutmeg, pepper and salt (how much depends on the saltiness of the cod).
6. 6
   Stir in the yolks.
7. 7
   Beat the egg whites until stiff but not dry and fold them into the potato mixture.
8. 8
   Heat the oil to 350 degrees in a medium saucepan.
9. 9
   Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture (about 8 at a time) into the hot oil and fry for 2 minutes, turning once or twice, until golden.
10. 10
    Drain on paper towels.
11. 11
    Allow the oil to return to 350 degrees between each batch.
12. 12
    Keep warm in a 300-degree oven until all are done.