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Mozz Totz

Mozz Totz

62 Ratings
62 Ratings
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Mozz Totz
Makes: 12 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

A healthy twist on a deep-fried appetizer, these breaded and baked Mozz Totz are a favorite of kids and adults alike. Served with warm marinara sauce for dipping, they are great for a potluck meal or as an after-school snack.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces mozzarella string cheese (fat-free)
  • 1/2 cup milk (1% low fat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano (dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil (dried)
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce (prepared, warmed)
  • cooking spray (non-stick)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  3. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray.
  4. Remove cheese from package and cut into bite size pieces.
  5. In a small non-stick skillet mix oregano and basil with bread crumbs.
  6. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until crumbs are lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  7. Dip each piece of cheese in milk and then into toasted bread crumbs, coating completely.
  8. Place on baking sheet about 1 1/2 inches apart.
  9. Spray string cheese lightly with non-stick cooking spray.
  10. Bake 5 to 6 minutes or until heated through. (Cheese may melt slightly and lose shape. Simply press it back into place).
  11. Dip in warmed marinara sauce and enjoy.

Notes

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Source:

Champions for Change Recipes
Arizona Nutrition Network

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe (54g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 67
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 6 mg
Sodium 292 mg
Carbohydrates 6 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 10 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 298 mg
Iron 0 mg
Potassium 89 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 67
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 6 mg
Carbohydrates 6 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 10 g
Minerals
Calcium 298 mg
Potassium 89 mg
Sodium 292 mg
Copper 32 mcg
Iron 0 mg
Magnesium 15 mg
Phosphorus 207 mg
Selenium 7 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 45 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 0.3 mg
Vitamin C 0 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 3 mcg
Folate 12 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 1 mg
Choline 8 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Dairy 1 cups

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