This might have been the best idea I’ve had all week! They sell mozzarella cheese in little, round sticks that are just perfect for this.
I took those sticks, cut them in thirds, wrapped each one in bacon, coated them in flour and brown sugar, dipped them in a batter made of egg, milk and flour, and then coated them with seasoned bread crumbs (I used Panko brand, just because that’s what I happened to have on hand). Deep fried at 325° until done, and they were absolutely delicious!
It’s a mozzarella stick, with bacon. What’s not to love?
Urgh. I have a cousin who has been trying to lose weight on a “very low carb, very high fat” diet for several years now. She posted a similar recipe–without the breading, of course. Just string cheese wrapped in bacon, which was secured with a toothpick, and deep-fried.