Fried Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 8 slices Aunt Millie's Homestyle Buttermilk Bread
• 8 think slices smoked mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 c. basil leaves
• 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil

Batter:

• 1 large eggs
• 1 Tbsp. baking powder
• 1/2 c. skim milk
• 1/2 c. water
• 3/4 c. whole wheat flour
• pinch of salt

Dipping Sauces:

• Spaghetti Sauce
• Pizza Sauce
• Pesto

Yield: 4 Sandwiches

Directions:

1. Top 4 bread slices with one slice of mozzarella.
2. Top with a few basil leaves.
3. Top with another slice of mozzarella.
4. Top with remaining bread slice.
5. In a medium mixing bowl, beat together egg, milk, and water. Add baking powder, flour, and salt and beat until smooth.
6. Pour vegetable oil into skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil is heated, dip one sandwich into batter until evenly coated and place into heated skillet.
7. Cook sandwich for approzimately 1 1/2 - 2 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove sandwich from heat and let set for a few minutes.
8. Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.