baked mozzarella sticks

Kid and adult approved! Serves 6-8.

• 8-10 mozzarella string cheese (halved and placed in freezer for 1 hour)
• 1 cup bread crumbs (of your choice) in a small bowl
• 2 egg whites in a small bowl
• 1/4 cup flour in a small bowl
• salt and pepper to taste

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Place parchment paper on baking sheet.
3. Dip one stick at a time in:
4. Flour.
5. Egg.
6. Bread crumbs.
7. Egg.
8. Bread crumbs.
9. And place on baking sheet.
10. Repeat until you have covered all cheese sticks. Might get a little messy!
11. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy exterior.
12. Serve hot with warm marinara or chilled ranch dressing!