Fontina Cheese Fritters with Prosciutto Ham

Fontina cheese has a mild earthy
and creamy buttery flavor,
with a smooth supple texture.
These fritters are very good.

Ingredients:
2 cups fontina cheese, grated
1/4 cup prosciutto ham, diced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
Cracked black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cups Panko Japanese bread crumbs
1 gallon peanut or canola oil

Directions:
In large bowl, combine the
cheese and prosciutto.
Toss with flour to separate shreds.
Add rosemary and cracked black pepper.
Fold in the milk and egg to form a stiff mixture.
Form 24 quarter-size patties,
using a level tablespoon mixture for each patty.
Coat patties with bread crumbs,
pressing crumbs into patties to cover well.
Heat oil to 350 to 375 degrees F. in deep fryer.
Fry in batches until golden brown,
about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towel.