Mozzarella in Carrozza

Don't know what to do with that leftover bread that's starting to get stale? If you have some mozzarella, you've got a meal in the making! Mozzarella in carrozza literally means "in a carriage," because the bread is the mozzarella delivery vehicle! It's a Neapolitan staple, where it's also called pane cafone (peasant bread). This gooey, creamy sandwich is sort of like grilled cheese for grown ups! It makes a satisfying snack or a quick lunch.

INGREDIENTS

8 slices stale bread, crusts removed
2 balls of fresh mozzarella, drained and sliced
1 cup flour
3 eggs
1/4 cup of milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for frying

Preparation

Beat the eggs with the milk. Place a slice of mozzarella between the two of bread, pressing slightly so everything stays compact. Do the same for all the other "carrozze". Flour each sandwich and then dip them in the beaten eggs, soaking them in the eggs, pinching the edges of the bread slices to seal them.

Heat the oil in a large pan. When it is hot, fry the sandwiches and cook until they are golden brown. Drain on paper towels and then devour them!