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Bacon-Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients:

  - 12 slices of bacon
  - 12 mozzarella sticks
  - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  - 2 eggs, beaten
  - 1 cup breadcrumbs
  - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  - Vegetable oil, for frying
  - Marinara sauce, for serving

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, starting from one end and wrapping it tightly. Place the bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake the bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven and set aside.

In three separate shallow bowls, set up a breading station. Place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika in the third bowl.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C).

Take each bacon-wrapped mozzarella stick and dredge it in flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat this process for each mozzarella stick.

Carefully place the coated mozzarella sticks into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried mozzarella sticks to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Serve the bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks warm with marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

These bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks make for a delicious appetizer or snack that combines the gooeyness of melted mozzarella with the savory crunch of bacon.

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