FRIED MOZZARELLA CHEESE 
1/2 c. dry bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
3 tbsp. milk
2 (8 oz.) rounds of Mozzarella cheese, chilled
1/3 c. all-purpose flour
Peanut or vegetable oil

Put bread crumbs on dish and set aside. Combine egg and milk. Slice each round of Mozzarella into 6 or 8 wedges. Dip each wedge of cheese in egg mixture, dredge in flour. Dip wedges again in egg mixture; dredge in bread crumbs, coating cheese completely. Place on waxed paper-lined plate; chill at least 30 minutes. Fry cheese in hot oil, 375 degrees for 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with assorted sauces. Yield: 6 to 8 servings. Suggested Sauces: Spaghetti sauce (Ragu), sweet and sour sauce, etc.

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Fried Mozzarella Cheese
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 Denise (New Hampshire) says:
This was FAB. Served with Pesto and Marinara sauce.

 

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