Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/4 cup cooked bacon crumbles
  • 10 ounce package frozen broccoli in cheese sauce (cooked in the microwave according to package instructions)
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups white flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 cups bread crumbs
  • canola oil for frying
  • marinara sauce for dipping

Instruction

  • In a large bowl stir together the rice, bacon, and broccoli/cheese. Leave the cubed cheese separate. Place in the fridge to chill enough to be able to handle.
  • Place flour, eggs, and bread crumbs into three separate small bowls.
  • Once rice mixture is chilled, take a small amount and add a cube of cheese to the middle. Keeping the cheese in the middle, top with more rice to create a ball, approximately 2 inches in size. Press together firmly to make sure it holds its shape. Dip into the flour and coat completely. Next coat in egg, using a fork to allow the excess to shake off, then dredge in the bread crumbs, coating completely. lay on a plate and repeat with the rest of the rice. For me I was able to make about 12 balls. You can make whatever size you'd like.
  • Heat 3 inches of canola oil in a large stockpot or dutch oven to 350F, Once hot, cook the rice balls in batches until fully browned, approximately 1-2 minutes each.
  • Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
  • Enjoy!