Baked Mozzarella Bites - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
3 pieces part skim mozzarella string cheese ((1 ounce pieces cut from stick)
3 tablespoons egg substitute (or 1 egg white, beaten)
cooking spray
1/4 cup low sodium marinara sauce

Preparation

Preheat oven to 425\u00b0.
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\u00b0 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(or heat briefly in a small saucepan). Serve with mozzarella pieces.