Fried Cheese-Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup sparkling water
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
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1/3 cup (2 ounces) goat cheese, at room temperature
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2 tablespoons (1 ounce) cream cheese, at room temperature
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2 teaspoons heavy cream
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
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1 green onion, finely chopped
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Freshly ground black pepper
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8 zucchini blossoms* see Cook's Note
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Vegetable oil, for frying
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Serving Suggestion: serve with your favorite marinara sauce or vinaigrette
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Cook's Note: Zucchini blossoms can be found at farmer's markets and specialty grocery stores. As an alternative, try using baby bell peppers. Cut off the tops and remove the seeds. Fill with the cheese mixture and dip the cut end in flour before dipp
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