Quinoa Arancini

• 1 package (9 ounces) ready-to-serve quinoa or 1-3/4 cups cooked quinoa
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, divided use
• 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 6 cubes part-skim mozzarella cheese (3/4 inch each)
• Cooking spray
• Warmed pasta sauce, optional

1. Preheat oven to 425u0b0. Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Stir in one egg, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, oil, basil and seasonings.
2. Divide into 6 portions. Shape each portion around a cheese cube to cover completely. Shape quinoa around filling, forming a ball.
3. Place remaining egg and 1/2 cup bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip quinoa balls in egg, then roll in bread crumbs. Place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; spritz with cooking spray. Bake until golden brown, 15-20 minutes. If desired, serve with pasta sauce.

ready, eggs, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, olive oil, fresh basil, garlic, salt, pepper, mozzarella cheese, cooking spray, pasta sauce

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/quinoa-arancini/ (may not work)