Rattlesnake Eggs

[nverland]

Rattlesnake Eggs
Prep Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

3 c shredded Monterrey jack
4 large 4-5 jalapenos chopped
2 Tbsp 2 - 4 tbs. milk or half & half or cream
1/2 c bread crumbs, dry
Crushed red pepper to taste (use more for hotter bites)
Salt & pepper to taste
Cornmeal and buttermilk for coating

Directions Step-By-Step
1 In large bowl, combine cheese, peppers, milk, and breadcrumbs. Mix well by hand, then form small egg shapes.
2 Roll the “eggs” in mixture of cornmeal and seasonings, then dip them in buttermilk and roll them in cornmeal again.
3 Freeze for at least 30 minutes so they will stay together in hot grease.
4 Fry until golden brown (about 2 minutes). Drain and serve with ranch dressing or your favorite dip.