BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients:

12 slices bacon
12 sticks mozzarella cheese
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking oil, for frying

Directions:

1. Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks.
2. In one bowl, whisk the eggs. In another bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Potsticker Soup with Mushrooms Bok Choy
3. Dip each bacon-wrapped mozzarella stick into the egg, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
4. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating for a thicker crust, if desired.
5. Heat cooking oil in a deep pan over medium heat.Butter Biscuits
6. Fry the coated mozzarella sticks until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
7. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
8. Let them cool slightly before serving. Garlic Butter Steak with Cheesy Herb Pasta