Italian Rice Balls - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Mix the ground beef & rice together then stir in the cheese, parmesan, & spices.
Mix the egg in with the meat mixture to bind it together. With slightly moist fingers, shape the mixture into small balls.
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.