Mozzarella Sticks I

Cinco de Mayo - Appetizer and Snack

A new twist on ordinary fried mozzarella sticks. A combination of bread and mozzarella makes for a satisfying meal or appetizer. Be sure your mozzarella slice is large enough to cover the bread! Serve with hot tomato sauce or as a hot sandwich covered with tomato sauce. You'll never eat a regular mozzarella stick again.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 4 mins

Total: 9 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 triangles

Mozzarella Sticks I

Ingredients

1 quart oil for deep frying

2 slices Italian bread

1 slice mozzarella cheese

1/4 inch thick

2 eggs

beaten

1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

⅓ cup dry bread crumbs

Creamy Coconut Margarita

Appetizer and Snack

Directions

Step 1

Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Sandwich the mozzarella cheese between Italian bread slices.

Step 3

In a small bowl mix the Parmesan cheese into the eggs.

Step 4

Place the bread crumbs in a small bowl.

Step 5

Dip both sides of the sandwich into the egg mixture then into the bread crumbs coating thoroughly.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated sandwich into deep fryer. Cook 2 to 4 minutes or until bread is golden brown and cheese has melted. Remove from oil drain on paper towels and cut into 4 triangles to serve.

Nutritional Information

Mozzarella Sticks I

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 316

% Daily Value *

Protein: 7.4g 15%

Carbohydrates: 11.9g 4%

Dietary Fiber: 0.7g 3%

Sugars: 0.9g

Fat: 26.8g 41%

Saturated Fat: 4.7g 23%

Cholesterol: 98.6mg 33%

Vitamin A Iu: 160.9IU 3%

Niacin Equivalents: 2.6mg 20%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 4%

Folate: 41.2mcg 10%

Calcium: 106.1mg 11%

Iron: 1.2mg 7%

Magnesium: 11.7mg 4%

Potassium: 69.6mg 2%

Sodium: 221.7mg 9%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 13%

Calories From Fat: 241.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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