Ingredients: 5 cups vegetable oil, for frying 1 package (16 ounce size) chopped frozen broccoli, thawed and drained 1 cup boiling water 4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 3 1/2 cups dry bread crumbs salt and pepper, to taste
Directions: Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F.
Place broccoli in a medium saucepan with the boiling water. Return to a boil. Cook covered until firm but tender, about 5 minutes.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the Cheddar cheese. Mix in the broccoli. Allow the mixture to cool and thicken approximately 15 minutes.
In a medium bowl, mix the bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Spread the mixture onto a large piece of wax paper. Form the broccoli cheese mixture into balls and roll in the bread crumb mixture until thoroughly coated.
Deep fry the balls until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
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