Roll-Up Cheese Balls

1. 1

   Place water, salt, nutmeg and butter or margarine in a 2-quart saucepan.

2. 2

   Bring mixture to a full rolling boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Add flour all at once.

4. 4

   Remove pan from heat.

5. 5

   Stir until mixture forms a ball and leaves sides of pan.

6. 6

   Beat in eggs, one at a time, until mixture is smooth and shiny.

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   Add cheese and stir until blended.

8. 8

   Drop mixture by teaspoons into almonds in a shallow pan.

9. 9

   Roll to coat evenly and shape each into a 3/4-inch ball.

10. 10

    Place on waxed paper and let stand 10-15 minutes.

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    Pour oil to a depth of 1 1/2-2 inches into a deep, heavy frying pan or electric skillet.

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    Heat to 370 degrees.

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    Fry cheese balls, about 8 at a time, until golden brown on all sides, 2-3 minute Remove with slotted spoon and drain or paper towels.

14. 14

    Keep balls warm in oven at 200 degrees until all are fried.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.