Instructions
- : This recipe involves very hot cooking oil, so be careful and never leave the oil unattended.
- Step 1: Mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, milk & eggs In a large bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, milk, and eggs until all the ingredients are well blended.
- Step 2: Mix in salt & pepper, flour & baking powder Mix in salt and pepper, flour, and baking powder to the wet ingredients. Set aside.
- Step 3: Heat oil to 350 degrees In a heavy pot, heat 2 quarts canola oil to 350 degrees, keeping a close watch on the temperature with a candy thermometer.
- TIP: Start heating the oil 15-20 minutes early.
- Step 4: Spoon batter into oil Once the oil reaches 350 degrees, or slightly over, carefully spoon the batter into the hot oil.
- TIP: To avoid, or at least minimize, hot oil splashes and burns, make sure to hold the batter spoon as close as possible to the surface.
- Step 5: Cook 8-10 minutes Cook for 2-3 minutes, depending on the size of the fritters, until they're a dark golden brown.
- Step 6: Remove fritters & let cool Remove fritters from oil, place on paper towel, and let cool for 4-5 minutes.
- FACT: This recipe is very versatile -- have fun experimenting with different ingredients such as shredded zucchini or different types of cheeses.
You Will Need
- 1 lb. fresh ricotta cheese
- 1/4 lb. smoked mozzarella cheese
- cut into cubes
- 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 c. whole milk
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 c. flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- Some salt and pepper
- 2 qt. canola oil
- A large mixing bowl
- A mixing spoon
- A heavy 5-qt. pot
- A candy thermometer
- 2 serving spoons or tablespoons
- A shallow wire skimmer
- also known as a \spider\ strainer
- A large plate or cooling rack
- Some paper towels
- And a pair of tongs
