FRIED CHEESE STICKS WITH DIP

Fried Cheese Sticks with Dip image

Provided by Christine MT

Time 1h

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb melting cheese (Provolne,Mozzarella,Gruyere,ect.)
flour, for coating
2 eggs, beaten
dry breadcrumbs (I use seasoned)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons minced green onions
2 teaspoons minced parsley
1 teaspoon minced capers

Steps:

Cut cheese into 2-1/2 x 1/2-inch sticks.
Dust with flour.
Dip in beaten egg and then into breadcrumbs.
Press crumbs around cheese; dip again in egg mixture and then crumbs once again to make a firm coating.
Make sure all the cheese has a good coating of the bread crumbs.
Refrigerate until time to serve.
Heat deep fryer to 375 degrees.
Fry 3 or 4 at a time, turning once if necessary, until desired browness is reached.
Remove and drain on papertowels.
Repeat until all are cooked.
For dip, combine remaining ingredients and serve as a dip for cheese or dip in your favorite marinara sauce.