Italian Rice Balls

• 1/2 - 3/4 lb ground beef
• 3/4 cup cooked arborio rice
• 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 - 1 cup breadcrumbs
• canola oil, for frying

1. Mix the ground beef & rice together then stir in the cheese, parmesan, & spices.
2. Mix the egg in with the meat mixture to bind it together. With slightly moist fingers, shape the mixture into small balls.
3. Heat a small amount (about 1/4 inch) of oil in a frying pan. Roll the balls in the bread crumbs then fry until golden brown & crisp. Drain on paper towels & serve immediately.

ground beef, rice, italian cheese, parmesan cheese, italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, canola oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/italian-rice-balls-308619 (may not work)