Easy Cheese Sticks

Make this appetizer favorite at home! The crispy, golden brown outside holds rich, gooey melted cheese.

• Ready In: 1 hr 25 mins
• Serves: 30
• Yields: 30 sticks

Ingredients

• 1  lb monterey jack cheese, Cheddar, Swiss (or prepackaged cheese sticks also work great!) or 1  lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 3x1/2-inch sticks (or prepackaged cheese sticks also work great!)
•  vegetable oil, to fry with
• 1  cup  original Bisquick baking mix
• 1  teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1  egg
•  marinara sauce, if desired

Directions

1. Place cheese sticks on tray; freeze at least 1 hour.
2. Heat 2 inches of oil to 375ºF in large heavy saucapan or follow manufacturer's direction on deep fryer. Beat Bisquick mix, paprika, milk and egg until smooth. Dip cheese, 1 stick at a time, into batter, covering cheese completely.
3. Fry 8 to 10 sticks at a time 1 to 2 minutes, turning carefully, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve with marinara sauce.
4. Make the Most of This Recipe.
5. Serve With.
6. Take a dip! Serve cheese sticks with salsa, spaghetti or pizza sauces--they’re perfect for dipping.
7. Success.
8. Freezing the cheese first allows the outside to get crispy before the cheese starts to melt.