Guthrie's Godfather (new) Recipe
Garlic mayo, basil pesto and marinara. Topped with fried cheese wedges.
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Ingredients
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Garlic Mayo
Basil Pesto
Marinara Sauce
Fried Cheese Wedges
Method
Garlic Mayo Preparation
- 1
Prepare Garlic Mayo
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill.
Basil Pesto Preparation
- 2
Make Basil Pesto
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 3
Fried Cheese Wedges Preparation
- 4
Prepare Fried Cheese Wedges
Cut mozzarella cheese into wedges. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and bread crumbs in separate bowls. Dip each cheese wedge first in flour, then in egg, and finally coat in bread crumbs. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry cheese wedges in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 2-3 minutes each side). Remove and drain on paper towels.
Assembly
- 5
Assemble the Dish
On a serving plate, spread a layer of marinara sauce, followed by a drizzle of basil pesto, and top with garlic mayo. Finally, place the fried cheese wedges on top of the sauces and serve immediately.