Deep Fried Lasagna

•10 Lasagna Noodles, Cooked until al Dente

•1  15 Ounce Container Ricotta Cheese

•4 Eggs, Beaten and Divided

•2 Cloves Garlic, Minced

•1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning

•Salt & Pepper, To Taste

•1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded

•¼ Cup Parsley, Finely Chopped (Optional)

•½ Cup All Purpose Flour

•2 Cups Italian Breadcrumbs

•Vegetable Oil, For Frying

•Marinara Sauce, For Serving If Desired

Instructions

1.Cook lasagna noodles in a pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions for al dente. Grease baking sheet, set aside.

2.Place noodles flat onto prepared pan, (a cookie sheet works well)

3.In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until combined.

4.Spread ricotta mixture evenly over all 10 noodles. Fold each noodle 3-4 times until it resembles a square. Freeze for 30-45 minutes.

5.Set up 3 small bowls containing the flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Dip square noodles into flour, eggs, and finally breadcrumbs.

6.Heat around 1½ inches of oil in a deep skillet. Heat over medium heat until oil reaches ~350 degrees F. You'll know it's ready when a drop of water sizzles with you add it to the pan.

7.Add lasagna bites 3-4 at a time into the oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat until all are cooked.

8.Garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with marinara sauce for dipping

Deep Fried Lasagna Tips:

1.Don’t skip freezing the lasagna bites. I know you want them NOW, but they will melt/explode if the cheese isn’t cold enough.

2.Don’t crowd your skillet, work in batches until all are fried. The oil will stay hot, and your lasagna will stay crispier!