1-First: line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.

2-Then, halve each cheese stick lengthwise to create more pieces for sharing.

3-Next, set up your coating stations: place the ¼ cup all-purpose flour in one shallow bowl, beat the 3 eggs with 2 tablespoons water in another, and mix the 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, 1 cup panko bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1½ teaspoons kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper in a third bowl.

4-Coating and Freezing: Coat each cheese stick by rolling it in the flour, then dipping it in the egg mixture, and finally coating it in the breadcrumb mix. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps for a total of five coatings, pressing the crumbs firmly to ensure they stick well. Place the coated sticks on the prepared pan, cover them, and freeze for 30 minutes up to 24 hours to help them hold their shape during baking.

5-Baking and Serving: Preheat your oven to 415 degrees Fahrenheit and position the rack in the middle for even cooking. Remove the sticks from the freezer while the oven heats up. Bake them for 10 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cheese melts and the coating turns golden and crispy. Serve them hot with the 1 cup warmed marinara or spaghetti sauce for dipping, and enjoy the gooey goodness right away.