Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Recipe

Name: Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 whole String Cheese Sticks; 1/2 cups Flour; 1/2 teaspoons Emeril's Essence; 2 whole Eggs; 1/4 cups Milk; 1- 1/2 cup Panko Crumbs; 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley; Salt And Pepper, to taste; Canola Oil, For Frying; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 19 ounces, fluid Can Of Tomato Sauce; 1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper, Or To Taste; 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 2- 1/2 Tablespoons Paprika; 2 Tablespoons Salt; 2 Tablespoons Garlic Powder; 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder; 1 Tablespoon Cayenne Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano; 1 Tablespoon Dried Thyme

Servings: persons

16 whole String Cheese Sticks
1/2 cups Flour
1/2 teaspoons Emeril's Essence
2 whole Eggs
1/4 cups Milk
1- 1/2 cup Panko Crumbs
1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley
Salt And Pepper, to taste
Canola Oil, For Frying
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
19 ounces, fluid Can Of Tomato Sauce
1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper, Or To Taste
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Salt And Pepper, to taste
2- 1/2 Tablespoons Paprika
2 Tablespoons Salt
2 Tablespoons Garlic Powder
1 Tablespoon Black Pepper
1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
1 Tablespoon Cayenne Pepper
1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
1 Tablespoon Dried Thyme

1
Mix all ingredients together for Emerils Essence spice mixture.
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You will think of a million things to put it into.
3
Youll only use a small amount for this recipe.
4
Put the rest in a sealable container and store in your pantry.
5
Unwrap cheese sticks and cut them in half.
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Using three bowls for dipping, place the flour and 1/2 teaspoon of Emerils Essence in the first bowl.
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Beat the eggs with the milk in the second bowl and then in the third bowl add the panko crumbs, parsley, salt and pepper to taste.
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Now start to dip the cheese sticks.
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First in the flour, then in the egg and finally in the panko mixture.
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Place them on a cookie sheet and freeze for 20-30 minutes.
11
I think I may keep some of these in the freezer to have on hand whenever.
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They are a great appetizer for kids and adults alike.
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Meanwhile make the sauce.
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Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
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Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute.
16
Add the tomato sauce, red pepper, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste.
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Simmer 15 minutes while you fry the sticks.
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Heat canola oil in a wok or large deep frying pan over medium heat.
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Place sticks in the oil and fry to golden brown.
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Do not overcrowd the pan.
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Fry them in batches.
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Drain the finished sticks on a paper towel lined plate while you finish with the rest.
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Serve immediately with the tomato sauce.
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We all loved this one.
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Thanks Keira!
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!
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Stick recipe adapted from The Pioneer Woman Cooks; Emerils Spice from Emeril Lagasse.

2073

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 whole String Cheese Sticks, 1/2 cups Flour, 1/2 teaspoons Emeril's Essence, 2 whole Eggs, and more.

Yes, Mozzarella Cheese Sticks falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

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