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Home-Fried Cheese Sticks

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"These is an easy, cost-efficient way to make home-made fried cheese sticks. Taste just wonderful, light crispiness. More for your dollar and easily stored in the freezer for when you have a craving. I make 2 batches, one for the 'now' and one for later. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce." — mis7up

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Original recipe makes 48 cheese sticks Change Servings

24 (1 ounce) sticks string cheese
5 eggs, beaten

3 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

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Directions

Remove string cheese sticks from plastic wrappings and cut the strings in half crosswise.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place eggs in a bowl and bread crumbs into a large shallow bowl.
Dip cheese stick halves into egg and roll in bread crumbs to completely coat the sticks; place breaded cheese sticks onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow cheese sticks to stand at room temperature for about 5 minutes to set, and repeat dipping in egg and bread crumbs to form a thick coating. Freeze breaded cheese sticks for at least 2 hours.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Deep fry cheese sticks, a few at a time, until the coating is golden brown and crisp and the cheese is soft, 5 to 8 minutes. Let sticks drain on paper towels; cool slightly and serve warm.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 2 hrs 35 mins

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Editor's Note:
The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the breading ingredients. The actual amount of the breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 10, 2012

OK, Ms Missy...I made a double batch, sticking half in freezer. First batch disappeared in record time. I was told I was seen sticking extra in freezer but couldn't I go ahead and cook those too? 24 for 6 people was not enough. Went remarkably well with a big pitcher of lemonade! Kids and adults raved over them. BIG keeper! Thanks Melissa. Everyone is looking forward to a repeat!

—SouthernGma

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 22, 2012

This is a very good recipe. For those that are health conscious or are avoid fried foods. Prepare the cheese in the same manner but wrap with a wonton wrapper, brush with egg white wash and place in oven at 400 for about 10 min. Keep an eye on them so they don't over brown or explode. Very good and kid friendly.

—abbismom731

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58 Ratings

Aug 01, 2012

I actually made this on a whim after I'd made marinara in the crockpot. What goes better with homemade marinara than fried cheese sticks? I cut this recipe back by half (I didn't want to use 2 1/2 eggs--I went ahead and just used three). I don't normally keep bread crumbs on hand, what I DID have was a couple bags of those Texas Toast croutons (free due to couponing!!!)--I ground them down to crumbs using my food processor. Other than that small change, I kept to the recipe. I did fry them in hot oil in my cast iron skillet. I made sure to watch the sticks and turn them just slightly with my tongs to make sure they browned evenly. Very simple. The boys thought this was the BEST. I swear, they had all of them gone in ten minutes. If that. Great recipe--it may not be an everyday indulgence but every now and then, it's nice to have some cheesy deep fried goodness.

—Sarah Jo

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Jul 08, 2012

I originally tried and reviewed this recipe before it was published. I will share my review from then. March 5, 2012 - Awesome! I made these for Super Bowl Sunday this year and they turned out great! I coated twice per the instructions but I still had a slight problem with the cheese oozing out. Make sure you coat the cheese well with the breadcrumbs. Just as good as store bought but I had the satisfaction of making them myself! Thanks Melissa for the inspiration!

—KGora

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Jul 06, 2012

yum! these were crispy and delicious. I only used 6 sticks, which reduced the bread crumbs to 3/4 cup. If you're trying to save your crumbs, I'd go with 1/2 cup to start with, since I had some left over. they also crisped up pretty quickly, so keep an eye on them!

—morethanafeelin

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Jul 05, 2012

These are SOOO GOOD! I had the pleasure of making them when they were a "personal recipe". They are a favorite at our house. My review was as follows: YUMMY! Such a nice coating and they froze so well. I took them out of the hot oil as soon as they browned so as not to burn. I followed that up with a few seconds in the microwave to be sure they were done inside. I served them with "Clone of a pretzel dip" and they were so YUMMY! They made a great addition to our "dippers". Thank you mis7up for sharing your YUMMY recipe! I added it to my cookbook and it has definitely found a home at our house.

—SHORECOOK

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Jul 23, 2012

This would be a perfect low carb recipe if you substitute crushed pork rinds for the bread crumbs. Tastes great too!

—Bhrngari

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Jul 23, 2012

Made a double batch for movie night(10 w/company included). Fried half in Canola Oil, bqaked half accoding to directions on store bought box. Served with marinara & pizza sauce. Everything gone. Oven just as good, sprayed them with Pam first to assure crispy. This isn't a staple, it's a treat just like strawberry shaorcake. Thank you mis7up.

—moc2948

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Nutrition

Calories
367 kcal
18%

Carbohydrates
21.2 g
7%

Cholesterol
129 mg
43%

Fat
23.1 g
35%

Fiber
1 g
4%

Protein
20.8 g
42%

Sodium
945 mg
38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Home-Fried Cheese Sticks

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 367
Calories from Fat: 207

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.1g 35 %
Saturated Fat 8.7g 43 %
Cholesterol 129mg 43 %
Sodium 945mg 38 %
** Potassium 68mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 21.2g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 1g 4 %
Protein 20.8g 42 %
** Sugars 1.2g
** Vitamin A 2 %
Vitamin C 0 %
Calcium 44 %
Iron 18 %
** Thiamin 1 %
** Niacin 4 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium < 1 %
** Folate 5 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.