GOAT CHEESE RISOTTO BALLS

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Any kind of risotto will work when preparing these tasty fried risotto balls stuffed with goat cheese. Use a prepackaged mix, or leftovers. As an appetizer or entree, Goat Cheese Risotto Balls are a favorite.

Provided by Lindsay

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (5.5 ounce) package dry risotto mix
4 ounces goat cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Prepare risotto according to package directions. Chill in the refrigerator at least 1 hour, until cooled.
  • Roll risotto into 2 inch mounds. Place a marble-sized chunk of goat cheese on each mound. Press cheese chunks into mounds, then roll mounds around cheese, creating balls.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil and cook the risotto balls, turning occasionally, until evenly golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 60.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

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