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PEPPER JACK CHEESE STICKS



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"If you see a group of people huddled around an appetizer table, it's probably because they're feasting on these fun snacks," writes field editor Darlene Brenden of Salem, Oregon. "The cornflakes give them a crisp coating, and the soft creamy center has just enough kick to liven up any party."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound block pepper Jack cheese
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups crushed cornflakes
Oil for deep-fat frying
Salsa and guacamole

Steps:

  • Cut cheese into 2-3/4x1/2-in. sticks. Place the flour, eggs and cornflakes in three separate shallow bowls. Coat cheese sticks with flour; dip in egg, then roll in cornflakes until well coated. Let stand for 5 minutes., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Cook cheese sticks in batches for 30 seconds or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Let stand for 3-5 minutes. Serve with salsa and guacamole.

Nutrition Facts :

PEPPER JACK CHEESE STICKS



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I like these cheese sticks because they are crisp and the creamy filling gives them a little kick. A great appetizer.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb monterey jack pepper cheese
3 cups flour
3 eggs, beaten
3 cups crushed corn flakes
oil, for deep-fat frying
salsa, if desired
guacamole, if desired

Steps:

  • Cut cheese into 2 3/4-inch by 1/2-inch sticks.
  • Place flour, eggs and cornflakes in three separate shallow bowls. Coat cheese sticks with flour, dip in egg, then roll in cornflakes until well coated. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375 degrees. Cook cheese sticks in batches for 30 seconds or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  • Let stand for 3-5 minutes. Serve with salsa and guacamole, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.4, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 34.6, Sodium 108.5, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 5.8

PEPPER JACK CHEESE STICKS



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Crispy and chewy with a little heat, this is a flavorful twist on an old favorite... great finger food for any party!

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 16m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 c unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
4 large free-run eggs, lightly beaten
2 1/2 c fine bread crumbs
1 Tbsp italian seasoning
1 lb pepper jack cheese, cut into 3 1/2 long x 1/2-inch square
canola oil for frying, as needed

Steps:

  • 1. In a bowl, combine flour and cayenne pepper; whisk to blend and set aside.
  • 2. Prep two shallow bowls; one with beaten eggs and the other one with bread crumbs. Add Italian seasoning to the bread crumbs and stir.
  • 3. Working in batches of 6, place cheese sticks in the flour mixture, close bag and shake to coat. Taking one at a time, dip a cheese stick in eggs and then bread crumb mixture; repeat once again. Place breaded stick on a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat or wax paper. When sticks are all coated, transfer them to the freezer for 30 minutes.
  • 4. In a frying pan, heat oil to 350-365ºF. Take sticks directly out of the freezer and fry them in batches making sure to not overcrowd the pan. Using a stainless steel strainer, gently move them around to fry evenly. When golden brown, transfer cheese sticks to a wire rack sitting over a baking sheet lined with paper towels; let them sit for 5 minutes before serving. Makes 18 sticks
  • 5. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_44zC89fxxQ

SPICY PEPPER JACK CHEESE STICKS



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Crispy and chewy with a little heat, this is a flavorful twist on an old favorite... great finger food for any party! VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_44zC89fxxQ

Provided by CLUBFOODY

Categories     Cheese

Time 16m

Yield 18 sticks

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 1/2 cups fine breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 lb monterey jack pepper cheese, cut into 3 1/2 long x 1/2-inch square
1 cup canola oil (for frying, or as needed)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour and cayenne pepper; whisk to blend and set aside.
  • Prep two shallow bowls; one with beaten eggs and the other one with bread crumbs. Add Italian seasoning to the bread crumbs and stir.
  • Working in batches of 6, place cheese sticks in the flour mixture, close bag and shake to coat. Taking one at a time, dip a cheese stick in eggs and then bread crumb mixture; repeat once again. Place breaded stick on a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat or wax paper. When sticks are all coated, transfer them to the freezer for 30 minutes.
  • In a frying pan, heat oil to 350-365ºF. Take sticks directly out of the freezer and fry them in batches making sure to not overcrowd the pan. Using a stainless steel strainer, gently move them around to fry evenly. When golden brown, transfer cheese sticks to a wire rack sitting over a baking sheet lined with paper towels; let them sit for 5 minutes before serving. Makes 18 sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.1, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 63.8, Sodium 261.2, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 11

PRETZEL PEPPER JACK CHEESE STICKS



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How to make Pretzel Pepper Jack Cheese Sticks

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 6-pack pepper jack snack sticks
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups crushed pretzels
Salsa, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Freeze the cheese sticks for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat the oil to 350 degrees F in a deep, heavy pot.
  • Set up a breading station with the flour and a pinch of salt and pepper in one pie pan; the beaten eggs in a second; and the pretzel crumbs in a third.
  • Dip each cheese stick in the flour, then in the egg wash, and then in the pretzels.
  • Carefully add the breaded cheese sticks to the hot oil and fry until dark golden brown all over, about 1 minute per side. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate and immediately sprinkle with salt. Serve with salsa.

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