SPECTACULAR SPINACH BALLS

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These are wonderful appetizers. My guests rave about them and they disappear fast! You can use prepared breadcrumbs but they don't taste as good as with the homemade ones.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     Cheese

Time 3h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach (thawed & drained - squeeze out all the moisture)
6 slices white bread, lightly toasted a golden brown
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated romano cheese
1/4 cup grated asiago cheese
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 shallots, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place toast in a blender or food processor and blend until finely crumbed.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and chill for at least three hours or overnight.
  • Form into balls and place on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Balls can be covered and refrigerated at this point for up to twelve hours.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.7, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 83.4, Sodium 438.3, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 8.7

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