Easy Cheese Sticks

By pdixon1

Make this appetizer favorite at home! The crispy, golden brown outside holds rich, gooey melted cheese.
Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 1 hour 25 min

Ingredients

• 1 lb Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Swiss or mozzarella cheese, cut into 3x1/2-inch sticks
• Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Original Bisquick® mix
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• Marinara sauce, if desired

Details

Servings 30
Adapted from bettycrocker.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place cheese sticks on tray; freeze at least 1 hour.
2. Heat 2 inches of oil to 375ºF in large heavy saucapan or follow manufacturer's direction on deep fryer. Beat Bisquick mix, paprika, milk and egg until smooth. Dip cheese, 1 stick at a time, into batter, covering cheese completely.
3. Fry 8 to 10 sticks at a time 1 to 2 minutes, turning carefully, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve with marinara sauce.


Serve With
Take a dip! Serve cheese sticks with salsa, spaghetti or pizza sauces--they’re perfect for dipping.
Success
Freezing the cheese first allows the outside to get crispy before the cheese starts to melt.