Batter Dipped Deep Fried Cauliflower

Description: Great appetizer or snack. The breading is not too heavy. The only time I've seen guys eat cauliflower during a football game is when it's this recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 head cauliflower, washed and broken into bite-size florets
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1 dash cayenne pepper (use more if you like spicy stuff)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

1. Preheat fryer oil to 375.
2. Place the beaten eggs, milk and salt in a shallow bowl (or a large baggie).
3. In a separate shallow bowl (or another large baggie), mix together flour, cheese, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, paprika, cayenne, and pepper.
4. Place florets into egg mixture and toss (or shake baggie) to coat well.
5. Remove and place into flour mixture and toss (or shake baggie) to coat well.
6. Fry in batches for 4 - 6 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Drain on paper towels and lightly salt.
8. *Serve w/ dipping sauces such as marinara, ranch or blue cheese.