Fried Mozzarella like Olive Garden's®

Serves: 8
Prep. Time: 0:30

1 Lb. block of mozzarella cheese
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
2 eggs - beaten
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups Italian bread crumbs
1/2 tsp. granulated garlic
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. dried basil

-Slice the block of cheese lengthwise into about 1/2" sections. Cut each section in half.
-Blend the flour with corn starch; set aside.
-Beat the eggs with water; set aside.
-Mix the bread crumbs, garlic, oregano, and basil; set aside.
-Dip cheese in flour, then in egg wash, and then coat with bread crumbs.
-Place carefully in 350 degree oil and deep-fry until golden brown.
-Drain on brown paper bags.

Notes: Serve with your favorite warmed pasta sauce for dipping.

Make It A Meal: Serve with Zuppa Toscana Soup like Olive Garden's®

(1) Visitor Comment:

• It doesn't have a lot of preparation for this appetizer. That's what I like about usually when I come across good appetizers, they usually have a lot of prep. Thanx!

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