Cooking Vibes

Rice Balls with Cheese & Pepperoni

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked white rice, cooled
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup chopped pepperoni slices
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Oil for frying
Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)

Instructions :

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, grated mozzarella cheese, chopped pepperoni slices, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Add the beaten egg and mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.
Take a portion of the rice mixture and shape it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball.
Roll the rice ball in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the rice balls in batches until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
Serve the rice balls warm with marinara sauce for dipping if desired.

Banana Peanut Butter French Toast Roll-Ups

Ingredients:

10 slices white bread, crusts removed
1 banana, sliced thin
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 eggs
1/3 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Butter for frying
Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions :

Flatten bread slices with a rolling pin. Spread a thin layer of peanut butter on each slice and place banana slices on top.
Roll up bread slices tightly and secure with a toothpick.
In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt some butter.
Dip each bread roll in the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
Fry rolls until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Serve warm with maple syrup.