Arancini (Italian Rice Balls)

By zircon50

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 4 oz. mozzarella cheese, cut in 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 cup)
• 3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Beat eggs lightly with fork. Add the rice and stir gently but thoroughly.

3. Take 1 tablespoon of the mixture, place a cube of mozzarella in the middle and then top with another tablespoon of rice. Shape into a ball and roll in the breadcrumbs. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the rice mixture.

4. Refrigerate pan of rice balls for at least 30 minutes.

5. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 425°F. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over rice balls.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve with warm marinara sauce.