White-Bean Croquettes

Directions

1. 1
   Puree the beans, garlic, salt and pepper in a food processor.
2. 2
   Stir in 9 tablespoons of bread crumbs and refrigerate several hours, until firm.
3. 3
   Form the mixture into balls, using a slightly rounded tablespoon for each one.
4. 4
   Press one piece of mozzarella and 1 piece of tomato into the center of each and reshape into a ball.
5. 5
   Coat with the remaining bread crumbs.
6. 6
   Working in batches, deep-fry the balls until nicely browned -- it is important to keep the oil about 365 degrees.
7. 7
   Drain on paper towels.
8. 8
   Serve hot.