DEEP-FRIED CHEESE SQUARES

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 9h45m

Yield 12 squares

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
3 egg yolks
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup freshly grated imported Swiss Gruyere cheese (about 1/4 pound)
1 cup freshly grated imported Swiss Emmentaler cheese (about 1/4 pound)
2 eggs beaten together with 1/3 cup milk
1 cup dried bread crumbs
Vegetable oil for deep frying

Steps:

  • In a heavy 3 to 4-quart saucepan melt the butter over moderate heat. When the foam begins to subside, stir in 3/4 cup of the flour and mix well. Add the milk in a stream whisking constantly. Cook over high heat until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens. Simmer for another 10 minutes on low heat, whisking often.
  • Take the pan off the heat and beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, using a wooden spoon. Season with the salt and pepper. Add the grated cheese and mix well. Pour into a greased baking dish (8 by 6-inches) and spread into a 1/2-inch thick layer. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Allow to cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight, until firm.
  • Using a pastry wheel or a sharp knife, cut the mixture into 2-inch squares and transfer them to a sheet of waxed paper. Dredge each square into the remaining flour and coat completely. Shake off excess flour and dip into the egg wash, followed by the bread crumbs. Pat the square gently with a spatula to help the crumbs adhere. Repeat with all the squares and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until the coating is firm.
  • In a deep fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3-inches of oil until it reaches 375 degrees. Preheat the oven to its lowest temperature. Line a baking dish with paper towels and set in the middle of the oven.
  • Deep-fry the squares 3 or 4 at a time, turning them with a slotted spoon for about 5 minutes, until golden brown on both sides. As they brown, transfer them to a baking dish in the oven to keep them warm while you deep-fry the rest. Serve at once as a first course or an accompaniment to the drinks.

Janan Loveyaran
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I would definitely make these again. They were so easy to make and they were delicious!


sr tamim
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These were a bit too greasy for my taste, but they were still good.


Sadikshya Khadka
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I made these for my family and they loved them! They were the perfect appetizer for our party.


Md:Joy Hossain
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These were really easy to make and they were delicious! I would definitely make them again.


Tyshae Jackson
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The cheese squares were a bit dry. I think I would use a different type of cheese next time.


okeregbe hope
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These were a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Eromosele maris Nancy
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I would definitely make these again. They were so good!


Kassidy Harper
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These were the perfect appetizer for my party. They were easy to make and everyone loved them.


Johnson Ruth
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I made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Earla Head
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These were really easy to make and they were delicious! I served them with a marinara sauce and they were perfect.


Cole Meyo
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The cheese squares were a bit bland. I think I would add some more spices next time.


Abir Hasan Niloy
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These were a bit too greasy for my taste.


Showrov Hasan
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I used a different type of cheese than the recipe called for, and they still turned out great! The cheese squares were still crispy and gooey, and the flavor was amazing.


Ansar Abbas
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cheese squares turned out perfectly. They were golden brown and crispy on the outside, and the cheese was melted and gooey on the inside.


Abrar Jahin
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These were so easy to make and they were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.


Cabdi Cali
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I made these for my family and they loved them! The cheese was perfectly melted and the breading was crispy.


MR 7 KING
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These deep-fried cheese squares were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, and the flavor was amazing.