Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks are elongated pieces of mozzarella. They are traditionally served as an hors d'oeuvre. This appetizer is a classic and a popular choice for parties and celebrations.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 142kcal
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Equipment
Ingredients
- Mozzarella cheese sticks
- 1 egg
- 8 tbsp. bread crumbs panko
- 1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven for about 350⁰F and position rack at the third top of the oven.
- Line baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray it with cooking spray to render it non-stick.
- Prepare the cheese sticks from its wrapper and set aside on a plate.
- Beat an egg in a small, shallow bowl for this will help you have an easy access when you roll the cheese sticks onto it.
- Get another shallow bowl and incorporate Italian seasoning and panko bread crumbs there.
- Commence dipping one cheese stick into the egg, letting it be covered completely with the beaten egg. Work on one cheese stick at a time.
- Next, roll the drenched cheese stick onto the breadcrumb mix. See to it that you completely coat the stick. Repeat steps 6 and 7 on the same cheese stick to attain the fried crispiness you want even with baking. Do steps 6 and 7 for each cheese stick.
- Arrange coated cheese sticks on the baking sheet.
- Lightly spray cooking spray on cheese sticks and place the dish into the oven. Bake the sticks for about 5-6 minutes or until they have the yummy golden brown hue.
- Cool the sticks before eating so the melted cheese can regain their sturdier form.
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Use block mozzarella and cut it yourself for optimal melt and stretch. Those pre-cut cheese sticks? Not today. Trust me, the extra effort is worth the taste explosion! Ready for more insider secrets? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive recipes!Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 122IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 3mg
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