Deep-Fried Lasagna Pieces

Directions

1. 1
   Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and Italian sausage; cook and stir until browned, about 8 minutes. Drain excess grease. Let cool slightly. Watch Now
2. 2
   Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook manicotti shells in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Drain. Watch Now
3. 3
   Mix cooled beef and sausage, cottage cheese, 1 jar pizza sauce, and mozzarella cheese together in a large bowl. Stuff shells generously with mixture. Watch Now
4. 4
   Arrange stuffed shells on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, 15 to 20 minutes. Cut each shell into 2 or 3 lasagna pieces. Watch Now
5. 5
   Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Watch Now
6. 6
   Place flour in a bowl. Beat eggs in another bowl. Pour bread crumbs onto a shallow plate. Watch Now
7. 7
   Dredge stuffed lasagna pieces in flour. Dip in beaten eggs. Roll in bread crumbs until coated. Watch Now
8. 8
   Fry 4 breaded lasagna pieces at a time in the hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining pieces. Watch Now
9. 9
   Pour remaining jar of pizza sauce into a bowl for dipping. Watch Now