Baked Mozzarella Bites
A quick and easy, kid friendly recipe from cooking light magazine-august 2011.
Steps
Preheat oven to 425.
Heat a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add 1 / 3 cup panko to pan , and cook for 2 minutes or until toasted , stirring frequently.
Remove from heat , and place the panko in a shallow dish.
Cut mozzarella sticks into 1-inch pieces.
Working with one piece at a time , dip cheese in egg substitute.
Dredge in panko.
Place cheese on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
Bake at 425 for 3 minutes or until the cheese is softened and thoroughly heated.
Pour the marinara sauce into a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave at high 1 minute or until thoroughly heated , stirring after 30 seconds.
Serve with mozzarella pieces.
Ingredients
panko breadcrumbs, mozzarella string cheese, egg substitute, cooking spray, marinara sauce