Fried Mozzarella Nuggets

• 8 ounces string cheese sticks, room temperature
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
• Extra-light olive oil, for deep frying
• Bottled chunky marinara sauce, for dipping

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

string cheese, allpurpose, salt, egg, italian seasoned bread crumbs, extralight olive oil, chunky marinara sauce

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sandra-lee/fried-mozzarella-nuggets-recipe.html (may not work)