MARTHA'S RICE BALLS 
2 c. rice
3 tbsp. cooked tomato sauce, if needed add more
3 tbsp. melted butter
1/4 to 1/2 c. of grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs, beaten
1 c. diced Mozzarella
1 1/2 c. bread crumb, already flavored
2 c. oil, deep fry only

Cook rice in salted boiling water. Drain and let cool. Mix with tomato sauce, butter, cheese and eggs. Shape into ball by spreading 1 tablespoon of rice into palm of hand. Place in the center, 1 piece of Mozzarella. Top with 1 tablespoon of rice. Roll in bread crumbs. Leave refrigerated for approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Deep fry 3 to 4 rice balls at a time. Rice balls should be golden brown on all sides.

 

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