Ingredients
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2
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1/3
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1
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1/4
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1/2
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2 1/4
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1
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1 1/2
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2
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1/2
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-
-
-
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Directions
Italian Rice Balls,Rice symbolizes prosperity and wealth, so rice balls are good for New Year’s and wedding celebrations. I love these tasty little morsels, and they go well with many different kinds of food! I’ve served them with various meats and seafood, and they’re always welcome at my table. 🙂 Prep time includes chilling.,Any way to do this baked instead of deep fried?,One inch? Really?
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Steps
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In a Bowl Whisk Together the Eggs, Parmesan Cheese, Basil or Parsley (i Prefer Basil), Pepper, and Salt; Cover and Refrigerate. |
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2
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Pour the Chicken Broth (or Water and a 1/2 Teaspoon of Salt) Into a Large Saucepan and Bring to a Boil; Stir in the Rice, Cover and Reduce the Heat to Low. |
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3
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Cook the Rice Until Liquid Is Almost Absorbed, About 15 to 17 Minutes. |
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4
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Remove from Heat and Gradually Pour in Egg Mixture, Continually Stirring Rapidly to Coat the Surface of the Rice and Prevent the Egg from Scrambling; Allow Rice Mixture to Cool in the Refrigerator For 1 Hour. |
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5
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Pour Bread Crumbs Into a Shallow Dish. |
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6
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Dampen Your Hands With Water and Create 1-Inch Balls from the Rice Mixture, Then Coat Each One With Bread Crumbs. |
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7
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in a Small, Deep Skillet, Heat Enough Oil to Cover the Rice Balls to an Adequate Frying Temperature (350 Degrees F) So That a Piece of Rice from the Mixture Actively Sizzles When Dropped In; Alternately, a Deep Fryer May Be Used. |
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8
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Fry the Rice Balls 4 to 6 at a Time, Turning as Needed to Ensure Even Browning. |
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9
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Drain on Paper Towels, Then Serve Warm as Is or With a Bit of Marinara Sauce. |
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10
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Another Nice Touch You Can Use With These Is to Put a Small Cube of Mozzarella Cheese in the Middle of Each Rice Ball! |
