Cheese Please

FRIED FOUR-CHEESE BALLS

Makes about 24

Vegetable oil, for frying
4 large eggs
2 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
1 (1-ounce) package ranch seasoning mix
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Havarti cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Marinara sauce, to serve

1. In a large Dutch oven, pour oil to a depth of 4 inches; heat over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350°.

In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs until well beaten. In another shallow dish, whisk together bread crumbs, ranch seasoning, and chives.