Cascaval Pane ( Transylvanian Fried Cheese)

"These are very hearty and satisfying little fried cheese squares, and if you can't locate Cascaval cheese, you may substitute Provolone. They make a perfect little Halloween party (or anytime) snack, with a crumb crust seasoned with plenty of garlic, to keep vampires at bay, of course."
 
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Ready In:
30mins
Ingredients:
6
Serves:
4-6
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ingredients

  • 12 lb provolone cheese (Cascaval is the more authentic; if you can find it, by all means use it)
  • 2 eggs, beaten with
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 12 seasoned bread crumbs (I actually use plain Progresso and add lots of garlic powder)
  • 1 -2 cup vegetable oil, for frying
  • romaine lettuce leaf, to serve
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directions

  • Slice the cheese into 1-1/2 inch squares that are 1/2 inch thick.
  • Dip first into the beaten egg mixture, then into the seasoned bread crumbs (I find that a"double dipping" of each works the best; after the first dip in the bread crumbs, repeat the process again).
  • Heat oil in a deep skillet until it"shimmers".
  • Fry cheese until golden brown on both sides and a little soft (this does not take very long, and do not completely melt cheese).
  • When you turn over the cheese the first time, the crust may fall apart from the cheese; just pat it back on, it will melt back together.
  • To serve, immediately put each cheese square on a lettuce leaf.

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