appetizers
Cheese Sticks
1 pound Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Swiss or mozzarella cheese, cut into 3×1/2-inch sticks
Vegetable oil
1 cup Original Bisquick
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
Marinara Sauce, if desired
Place cheese sticks on tray; freeze at least 1 hour.
Heat 2 inches of oil to 375 F in large heavy saucepan or follow manufacturer’s direction on deep fryer. Beat Bisquick, paprika, milk and egg until smooth. Dip cheese, 1 stick at a time, into batter, covering cheese completely.
Fry 8 to 10 sticks at a time 1 to 2 minutes, turning carefully, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Let stand 3 minutes before serving. Serve with Marinara Sauce.
Makes about 30 cheese sticks
This recipe displayed with permission from General Mills, Inc.