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Mozzarella in Carrozza

For 2 as a snack

6 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced ¼ inch thick

4 slices of white bread, ¼ inch thick, crusts removed

2 tablespoons milk

a little flour, seasoned with salt and freshly ground black

pepper

1 medium egg, beaten

fresh breadcrumbs

peanut oil, for deep-frying

Place the sliced mozzarella on two of the slices of bread and top with the remaining slices to make two large cheese sandwiches. Brush the sandwiches on both sides with the milk, then dust with flour. Dip into the beaten egg and then into the breadcrumbs. Fry in hot oil, about one finger's depth, till crisp, about 3 minutes on each side. Cut into quarters and serve.

From Real Fast Food by Nigel Slater