This recipe is the South’s well kept secret! It’s the star of any party
This recipe delivers a fiery kick with the classic combination of crispy bacon and gooey mozzarella. The Nashville hot sauce coating adds a spicy heat that will tantalize your taste buds.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Mozzarella sticks | 8 |
| Bacon slices | 8 |
| Hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot) | 1/4 cup |
| Butter, melted | 2 tablespoons |
| Cayenne pepper | 1 teaspoon |
| Smoked paprika | 1 teaspoon |
| Garlic powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Toothpicks | As needed |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wrap mozzarella sticks: Wrap each mozzarella stick with a slice of bacon, securing the ends with a toothpick.
- Make the hot sauce mixture: In a small bowl, combine the hot sauce, melted butter, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Coat the sticks: Brush the hot sauce mixture generously over each bacon-wrapped mozzarella stick.
- Bake: Place the sticks on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy these spicy and satisfying treats!
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