Stuffed Fried Olives

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oil in shallow pan for frying, to 350.
2. 2
   Finely chop Proscuitto in food processor and then place in a small mixing bowl.
3. 3
   Combine cream cheese, ricotta and garlic in food processor and pulse until smooth.
4. 4
   Combine cheese mixture with proscuitto.
5. 5
   Rinse olives of any brine and pat dry.
6. 6
   Place cheese/proscuitto stuffing in a piping bag and stuff the olives.
7. 7
   Roll stuffed olives in a beaten egg and then dredge in panko.
8. 8
   Drop olives into oil for 2-3 minutes or until golden.
9. 9
   Drain on paper towels.
10. 10
    Serve topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese.