Recipe: Deep Fried Stuffed Shells

Susan,IL (3:48:22 PM) :

Deep Fried Stuffed Shells

Serving Size : 8
Categories : Appetizers/Snacks

16 jumbo shells
1 egg -- beaten
1 can tuna in water -- drained
1 cup cheddar cheese -- shredded
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1/2 teaspoon dried basil -- crushed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 egg -- beaten
1 tablespoon water
2/3 cup bread crumbs
Cooking oil or shortening for deep frying

Cook shells in boiling salt water till done. Immediately drain in a colander. Rinse with cold water; drain. stir together the beaten egg, tuna, cheese, green onion,basil, and pepper. Stuff the shells with the tuna mixture.

Stir together the beaten egg and water. Dip each shell in the egg mixtue and roll in bread crumbs. Fry in deep hot cooking oil a few at a time for 1 1/2 - 2 minutes or till golden brown. Drain on paper towling. Serve with tartar sauce or cocktail sauce if desired.

Makes 16 appetizers.