6 slices crusty bread
1 lb. Gruyere cheese, grated
3 tbsp. wheat flour
1/4 tsp. grated nutmeg
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 eggs, lightly beaten
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup rich white wine
3 sprigs thyme, chopped
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying

Using a 3-inch ring cutter, cut one round from the center of each slice of bread.

In a bowl, mix grated cheese, flour, nutmeg, minced garlic, lightly beaten eggs, salt, and pepper.

Slowly add the wine and chopped thyme. Stir until thick paste forms.

Place a dollop of the cheese mixture on each bread round.

Using wet hands, mold the mixture into smooth high mounds.

Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and fry the cheese until golden brown.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and a bottle of rich white wine.

Submitted by: winosity