Fried Almond-crusted Jack

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon salad oil
• ¾ cup finely chopped almonds
• About ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large egg, beaten to blend
• 1 wedge (about 3/4 lb.) dry jack cheese
• 1 baguette (8 oz.)

1. Cut baguette into 1/2-inch-thick slices and lay in a single layer in a 10- by 15-inch pan. Bake in a 350° oven until golden, about 15 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, with a knife or vegetable peeler, cut off and discard dark coating on cheese. Set cheese wedge on a flat side and cut 6 to 8 triangles of...

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