From The Cheese Counter…
Fried Mozzarella Sandwich a la Mama Carlino
"Mozzarella in Carrozza"
Ingredients:
- ¼ lb. Mozzarella Cheese (thickly sliced)
- 4 thick slices of bread (crust removed)
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg
- 2 Tbs. Milk
- oil for shallow frying
Directions:
- Lay the mozzarella slices on 2 slices of bread, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then top with the remaining bread slices to make 2 cheese sandwiches.
- Whisk the egg and milk together, season, and place in a shallow dish.
- Lay the sandwiches in the egg mixture, turn over so that they are saturated and leave there for a few minutes.
- Heat the oil and fry the sandwich for 3-4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp.
- Drain well with a paper towel.
Variations:
- Add 2 chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- Add black olive paste
- Add several leaves of fresh basil
- Use Smoked Mozzarella
- Use Cheddar or Swiss cheese
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