Creamy Cheese Fritters with Thyme Recipe
Creamy Cheese: Malakoff is a Swiss fondue appetizer. The original recipe for Malakoffs dates back to the middle ages.This cheese fritter was the inspiration for the very popular mozzarella cheese stick. An almost sinful mixture of Gruyere, garlic, wine, and thyme; scooped onto bread rounds, and fried to perfection.
Adding herbs such as rosemary or oregano will create additional herbaceous flavor notes. You can also sprinkle some paprika or onion powder for additional flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 slices crusty bread
- 17 oz gruyere cheese
- 3 tbsp wheat flour
- 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup rich white wine
- 18 oz vegetable oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 3 sprigs thyme
Directions
- Using a 3-inch ring cutter, cut one round from the center of each slice of bread.
- In a bowl, mix grated cheese, flour, nutmeg, minced garlic, lightly beaten eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly add the wine and chopped thyme. Stir until thick paste forms.
- Place a dollop of the cheese mixture on each bread round.
- Using wet hands, mold the mixture into smooth high mounds.
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and fry the Malakoff until golden brown.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and a bottle of rich white wine.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 129g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 465 | |
| Calories from Fat 319 | 69% |
| Total Fat 36.27g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat 16.49g | 66% |
| Trans Fat 0.22g | |
| Cholesterol 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium 292mg | 12% |
| Potassium 123mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 5.07g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.6g | 2% |
| Sugars 0.6g | 0% |
| Protein 26.39g | 42% |
