Fried Mozzarella

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   Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Place flour in a bowl.

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   In another bowl, beat eggs.

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   In a third bowl, combine panko with thyme.

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   Season each with salt and pepper.

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   Working with 2 bocconcini at a time, dredge in flour, shaking off excess, coat in egg, and roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

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   In a small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high until pinch of breadcrumbs sizzles and floats to the top when added.

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   Fry bocconcini, 4 at a time, until golden brown, turning occasionally, 2 minutes per batch.

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   With a slotted spoon, transfer balls to paper towels to drain and season with salt.

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   Keep warm in oven and repeat with remaining bocconcini.

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    Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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