Fried Broccoli Melt

• shortening (for deep frying)
• 34 cup all-purpose flour, divided
• 4 tablespoons grated American cheese, divided
• 14 teaspoon onion powder
• 3 cups broccoli florets, cleaned and dried (you can steam them first to have a tender texture or just use raw)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 12 teaspoon baking powder
• 14 teaspoon salt

1. Heat 2 or 3 inches shortening to 365F in deep fryer or deep saucepan.
2. Combine 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons cheese and onion powder in large plastic bag.
3. Add broccoli.
4. Shake to coat.
5. Combine buttermilk, baking powder, remaining 1/2 cup flour, remaining 2 tablespoons cheese and salt in small bowl.
6. Stir until smooth.
7. Dip several broccoli pieces in batter.
8. Drain off excess.
9. Fry a few at a time in Crisco Shortening heated to 365F.
10. Fry 1 or 2 minutes or until deep golden brown.
11. Turn as needed for even browning.
12. Remove with slotted spoon.
13. Drain on paper towels.
14. Serve immediately.

shortening, flour, american cheese, onion powder, broccoli florets, buttermilk, baking powder, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/fried-broccoli-melt-33444 (may not work)