ITALIAN CHEESE WONTONS

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A cheesy filling gives wonton wrappers a taste-tempting, Italian twist. The hot and crisp snacks get gobbled up...no matter how many I make!-Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 40 wontons.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
40 wonton wrappers
Oil for deep-fat frying
Marinara or spaghetti sauce, warmed

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients., Position a wonton wrapper with one point toward you. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Place 1 tablespoon filling in the center of wrapper. Fold bottom corner over filling; fold sides toward center over filling. Roll toward the remaining point. Moisten top corner with water; press to seal. Repeat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. , Fry wontons, a few at a time, for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with marinara.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.