Cheese Curds Recipe
Cheddar cheese curds breaded and fried, served with marinara.
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Ingredients
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Cheese Curds
Marinara Sauce
Method
Cheese Curds Preparation
- 1
- 2
Bread the Cheese Curds
Dip each cheddar cheese curd first in the flour, shaking off any excess, then coat in the beaten eggs, and finally roll in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 4
Fry the Cheese Curds
Carefully add the breaded cheese curds in batches to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
