Skillet-Fried Mozzarella Sticks

Skillet-Fried Mozzarella Sticks(from Jodi)
12 slices white bread, crusts removed
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp salt
6 super long (6 3/4") mozzarella string cheese
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup marinara sauce
2 TBSP chopped fresh parsley, opt
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Lightly beat egg with milk with seasoning and salt. Place mozzarella sticks in egg mixture. To make the "crust"Press the bread to flatten it. Remove 1 cheese stick from egg mixture; place on bread slice.Roll tightly, pinching seam if necessary to seal. On ends of each, press bread over cheese.Repeat with remaining cheese/bread.Heat oil in large skillet over med/high heat. Add wrapped mozzarella. Cook in batches, until golden, 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.Heat marinara saue; if desired sprinkle with parsley. Serve sauce with mozzarella sticks.