Mozzerla Sticks

Marinara Sauce                                            

2 Tbl.   Olive Oil                                

1/4       Onion, diced                          

1          Clove Garlic, Minced             

1 tsp.   Red pepper                             

4 leaves           fresh basil, finely chopped

1/2 tsp.            Oregano                                             

1/4 tsp.            Thyme                        

1/2 tsp.            Salt                                         

1/4 tsp.            black pepper                           

1 1/2 c.            Tomato Sauce                        

 

1. In a skillet heat vegetable oil on medium-low.
2. Add Onions, Garlic. Simmer over medium-low heat until the onions are translucent. About 1-2 minutes
3. Add Oregano, Thyme, Salt, Pepper and Tomato Sauce.
4. Simmer for 10-20 minutes on low, stirring occasionally, until flavors are blended.
5. While sauce is simmering prepare mozzarella sticks according to recipes from below.
6. Stir constantly for 30 seconds and then every 45-60 seconds.
7. Portion mozzarella sticks onto plates for group.
8. Stir in 1 tablespoon finely chopped basil to tomato sauce.
9. Ladle sauce and enjoy.

 

 

Fried Mozzarella Sticks

8 string cheese sticks, room temperature

½ cup all-purpose flour

1 egg

Salt and pepper

½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

Oil, for deep frying

*Marina Sauce from above

 

1. Cut cheese sticks into halves. 
2. Place flour on a plate and season it with salt and pepper. 
3. Put the egg in a small bowl. 
4. Place bread crumbs on another plate.
5. Add cheese pieces to flour and toss to coat.  Dip in egg, and then roll in bread crumbs. 
6. Arrange breaded cheese in a single layer on a tray or baking sheet. 
7. Let stand for 15 minutes. 
8. Pour oil into large skillet to depth of 1 inch, and heat over medium-high heat. 
9. When oil is hot, carefully drop cheese pieces in, a few at a time, and fry until golden, about 30 seconds. 
10. Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towels. 
11. Serve with your favorite chunky marinara sauce for dipping.