8 ounces bow tie pasta
2 eggs
3 T. milk
Italian bread crumbs (recipe below)
2/3 c. olive oil
Italian bread crumbs:
12 slices bread (cook for 15 minutes at 250 degrees to dry), grate finely with food processor
Add in:
1 t. oregano
1 t. sweet basil
1/2 t. garlic powder
1 t. salt
1/8 t. cayenne pepper
4 T. Parmesan cheese, grated
Boil bow tie pasta in boiling water for 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and drain.
Mix eggs and milk in a small bowl. Dip each piece of pasta in egg mixture, then roll in Italian bread crumbs in a large bowl. Set on a plate.
Heat oil on medium high heat for 5 minutes. Place a handful of pasta in oil. Cook for 2 1/2 minutes and turn. Cook another 2 1/2 minutes. Set aside on a plate with a paper towel to drain excess oil. Serve with spinach artichoke dip or 3 cheese fondue or just eat by themselves!
Grocery List:
bow tie pasta
2 eggs
milk
olive oil
12 slices bread
oregano
sweet basil
garlic powder
salt
cayenne pepper
Parmesan cheese, grated
Approximate cost: $5.38