Cheesy Bacon Jalapeño Hushpuppies
Amp up game time with bites of golden brown cheesy goodness in this recipe from BuzzFeed Tasty!
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Difficulty: medium
This recipe is courtesy of: BuzzFeed
Ingredients
5-8 Farm Rich Mozzarella Sticks
1 medium fresh jalapeño, finely chopped
4 pieces crisp bacon, chopped
2 cups cornmeal
1 TBSP all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 cup + 3 TBSP buttermilk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
vegetable oil, for frying
Steps
- Heat oil in skillet to 320°F.
- Cut Farm Rich Mozzarella Sticks into small pieces (about 1/4-inch). Set aside while preparing cornbread batter
- Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Add buttermilk, egg, bacon, and chopped jalapeño and stir until mixed
- Coat mozzarella pieces in batter (using 2 spoons if necessary) then carefully place into oil and cook until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Drain on paper towels
- Keep in warm (250°F) oven while frying the remaining hushpuppies
- Enjoy!