Recipe: Easy Cheese Sticks (using Bisquick)

EASY CHEESE STICKS

1 pound Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Swiss or mozzarella cheese, cut into 3x1/2-inch sticks
Vegetable oil
1 cup Original Bisquick baking mix
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
Marinara sauce, salsa, or pizza sauce (optional, for serving)

Place cheese sticks on tray; freeze at least 1 hour.

Heat 2 inches of oil to 375 degrees F in large heavy saucepan 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.

Fry 8 to 10 sticks at a time 1 to 2 minutes, turning carefully, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Let stand 3 minutes before serving. Serve with sauce or salsa, if desired.

Makes 30 appetizers
Adapted from source: Betty Crocker