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Spaghetti and Spicy Rice Balls
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Prep Time:
25 minutes
Total Time:
25 minutes
Vegetarian twist on classic spaghetti and meatballs - pan-fried rice and oat balls.
Ingredients:
  • 1 package (16 ounces) uncooked spaghetti
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
  • 1/4 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup wheat germ
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cups spaghetti sauce
  • Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired
Instructions:
  • Prepare and cook spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain well.
  • Combine rice, oats, onion, bread crumbs, milk, basil, oregano, red pepper, and egg in a large bowl. Form mixture into 12 balls and coat with wheat germ.
  • Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook balls in the hot oil for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
  • Warm the spaghetti sauce until it is steaming hot. Serve the sauce alongside the rice balls on top of a bed of spaghetti noodles. Finish by sprinkling some cheese over the dish before serving.

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