Roll-Up Cheese Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Place water, salt, nutmeg and butter or margarine in a 2-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring mixture to a full rolling boil over high heat.
3. 3
   Add flour all at once.
4. 4
   Remove pan from heat.
5. 5
   Stir until mixture forms a ball and leaves sides of pan.
6. 6
   Beat in eggs, one at a time, until mixture is smooth and shiny.
7. 7
   Add cheese and stir until blended.
8. 8
   Drop mixture by teaspoons into almonds in a shallow pan.
9. 9
   Roll to coat evenly and shape each into a 3/4-inch ball.
10. 10
    Place on waxed paper and let stand 10-15 minutes.
11. 11
    Pour oil to a depth of 1 1/2-2 inches into a deep, heavy frying pan or electric skillet.
12. 12
    Heat to 370 degrees.
13. 13
    Fry cheese balls, about 8 at a time, until golden brown on all sides, 2-3 minute Remove with slotted spoon and drain or paper towels.
14. 14
    Keep balls warm in oven at 200 degrees until all are fried.
15. 15
    Serve hot.