Carnivore Bacon Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients:

• 12 mozzarella cheese sticks (string cheese)
• 12 slices of bacon
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)
• ½ tsp ground black pepper (optional for extra flavor)
• Toothpicks (to secure bacon if needed)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. Prepare Mozzarella Sticks:

   • Unwrap the mozzarella cheese sticks and set them aside.

3. Wrap with Bacon:

   • Take each slice of bacon and wrap it around one mozzarella stick. Ensure that the bacon covers the mozzarella stick evenly. You may need to overlap the bacon slightly for full coverage.
   • If necessary, use toothpicks to secure the bacon in place.

4. Bake the Sticks:

   • Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
   • Place the bacon-wrapped mozzarella sticks on the prepared baking sheet. Be sure to leave space between each stick.

5. Bake:

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the mozzarella inside is melted. You may want to flip the sticks halfway through baking for even crispiness.

6. Optional – Broil for Crispier Bacon:

   • If you prefer extra-crispy bacon, you can switch the oven to broil for an additional 2–3 minutes, but keep an eye on them to avoid burning.

7. Serve:

   • Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for a minute before serving.
   • Enjoy these crispy, gooey, carnivore-friendly bacon mozzarella sticks as a snack or appetizer!

Optional Tips:

• You can sprinkle a little ground black pepper or your favorite seasoning on top for extra flavor, but it’s optional to keep the recipe strictly carnivore.
• For a variation, you can try using different types of cheese (such as cheddar) instead of mozzarella.

Enjoy your cheesy, crispy carnivore bacon mozzarella sticks!