Stuffed Fried Olives

1. 1

   Preheat oil in shallow pan for frying, to 350.

2. 2

   Finely chop Proscuitto in food processor and then place in a small mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Combine cream cheese, ricotta and garlic in food processor and pulse until smooth.

4. 4

   Combine cheese mixture with proscuitto.

5. 5

   Rinse olives of any brine and pat dry.

6. 6

   Place cheese/proscuitto stuffing in a piping bag and stuff the olives.

7. 7

   Roll stuffed olives in a beaten egg and then dredge in panko.

8. 8

   Drop olives into oil for 2-3 minutes or until golden.

9. 9

   Drain on paper towels.

10. 10

    Serve topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.