Fried Parmesan Cheese Balls

Ingredients

• 4 oz fine bread crumbs
• 4 oz grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 oz butter
• salt and cayenne to taste
• 1 well-beaten egg
• bread crumbs for coating

Method

1. 1 In a mortar, pound together bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, butter, salt, and cayenne until thoroughly combined.
2. 2 Bind the mixture with the beaten egg and form into small balls.
3. 3 Dip each ball in egg, then roll in bread crumbs to coat.
4. 4 Fry in hot oil until light brown and crisp.
5. 5 Drain on paper towels and serve immediately while very hot.