Shelly's Recipe

Texas Roadhouse Rattlesnake Bites

Category: Deep Fried

1 cup chopped Jalapenos
1 cup Red Bell Peppers
4 cups Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
1 1/2 cup Bread Crumbs, seasoned or unseasoned
1 1/2 cups Buttermilk
Vegetable Oil

In a shallow bowl, mix cheese, jalapenos and peppers.Roll into a firm balls. Place bites in covered bowl and let set over night in the refrigerator. The next day dip bites in buttermilk, then roll around in breadcrumbs. Deep fry in hot oil until golden brown.

Note: They need to be started the night before you want to serve them so they have time to firm up in the refrigerator before cooking.

Good served with:
Creamy Horseradish Dipping Sauce

1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared Horseradish
2 teaspoons White Distilled Vinegar
1 teaspoon Water
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Ketchup
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon medium grind Black Pepper
1/8 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/8 teaspoon Cayenne
1 dash Garlic Powder
1 dash Onion Powder

1.Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl with a whisk. Mix until creamy then cover and chill until ready to use.