Easy Cheese Sticks

Easy Cheese Sticks

This is a really great recipe to make for a snack or an appetizer. It’s full of delicious melted cheese and its because of the golden brown outer layer.
Ingredients -
1 Pound Monterey Jack Cheddar, cut into 3x1/2-inch sticks
Olive Oil
1 Cup Original Bisquick Mix
1 Teaspoon Paprika
1/2 Cup Whole Milk
1 Egg
Marinara sauce

Preparation:
1.    Place the cheese sticks on a tray and freeze at least 1 hour.

2.    Heat 2 inches of oil to 375ºF in a large heavy saucepan or follow the manufacturer's direction on the deep fryer.

3.    Beat the Bisquick mix, paprika, milk and egg until smooth.

4.    Dip the cheese, 1 stick at a time, into batter, covering cheese completely.

5.    Fry 8 to 10 sticks at a time 1 to 2 minutes, turning carefully, until golden brown.

6.    Drain on paper towels. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve with marinara sauce.

Herbed Chicken Nuggets

Herbed Chicken Nuggets

For a tender and tasty snack try this herbed chicken nugget recipe. Everyone that tastes one will be begging you for the recipe.
Ingredients -
4 Chicken Breasts, skinless, boneless
2 Eggs, beaten
1 Tablespoon Water
1 Teaspoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
1/2 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
1 Pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 Cup Dried Bread Crumbs, seasoned
1/2 Cup Wheat Germ
1 Teaspoon Dried Basil
1 Teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil

Preparation:
1.    Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2.    Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.

3.    Trim away all of the fat from the chicken breasts.

4.    Cut into 1 inch cubes.

5.    Beat the eggs with the water and add the chicken in a bowl.

6.    Combine the bread crumbs, wheat germ, parsley, thyme, red pepper, basil and ground pepper.

7.    Stir in the vegetable oil with a fork and mix well to distribute evenly.

8.    Pour the seasoning mixture into a resalable plastic bag and the chicken pieces to coat.

9.    Place the coated chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes.

10.    Turn the pieces and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Double Tomato Bruschetta

Double Tomato Bruschetta

This is the simplest appetizer recipe to make and it tastes delicious. By adding the balsamic vinegar it makes it have a little bite. Although you can substitute dried herbs for the fresh herbs, using fresh herbs makes it turn out perfect.
Ingredients -
6 Roma Tomatoes, chopped
1/2 Cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, packed in oil
3 Cloves Garlic, minced
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1/4 Cup Fresh Basil, stems removed
1/4 Teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 Teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1 French Baguette
2 Cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded

Preparation:
1.    Preheat the oven on broiler setting.

2.    Combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.

3.    Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.

4.    Cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices.

5.    On a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer.

6.    Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.

7.    Divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices.

8.    Top the slices with mozzarella cheese.

9.    Broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.