Pepper Jack Cheese Sticks Recipe

Cheese Sticks

1. 1

   Prepare the Cheese

   Cut the Pepper Jack cheese into sticks approximately 1/2 inch wide and 3 inches long.

2. 2

   Set Up Breading Station

   In three separate bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, whisk the eggs in the second bowl, and combine breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, and paprika in the third bowl.

3. 3

   Bread the Cheese Sticks

   Take one cheese stick, coat it in flour, then dip it in the egg mixture, and finally roll it in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure each stick is fully coated. Repeat with all cheese sticks.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it is shimmering but not smoking.

5. 5

   Fry the Cheese Sticks

   Carefully place the breaded cheese sticks in the hot oil. Fry them in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

6. 6

   Drain and Serve

   Remove the cheese sticks from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with house-made red gravy.