Parmesan Pepper Balls Recipes

PARMESAN-PEPPER BALLS

Steps:

• Make Classic Shortbread dough (recipe follows), adding 1/2 cup parmesan, 1 tablespoon lemon zest and 2 teaspoons pepper with the butter. Roll into tiny balls, then bake 8 to 12 minutes at 300 degrees.
• Classic Shortbread dough: Beat 2 sticks butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Whisk 2 cups flour and 1 teaspoon salt, then stir into the butter mixture.

GARLIC-PARMESAN CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Shape into a ball. Roll in walnuts if desired. Wrap tightly; chill 2 hours. Serve with vegetables and/or crackers.

LEMON PARMESAN RISOTTO BALLS

Steps:

• For the risotto: Heat the vegetable stock in a pot next to the risotto pot. Keep a ladle in it to use.
• Saute the onion in the olive oil until wilted, add in the garlic and cook for another minute or so. Add in the Arborio rice and saute for a few minutes. Add in just enough stock to cover the rice and stir frequently.
• As the rice absorbs the stock add the remainder of the stock and let the risotto cook through. (16 to 20 minutes). If it is not tender add some hot water until the risotto is tender.
• When cooked through add in the lemon juice, lemon peel, Parmesan, mozzarella and half-and-half. Mix thoroughly. Let it cool for 1 hour or so.
• To fry the balls: Heat the oil to 375 degrees F in a large pot. Place the panko bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Using a small spoon or small ice cream scooper form the risotto into 1-inch balls and roll them in the bread crumbs. Set aside until complete. Place a few balls in the hot oil at a time. Cook the balls for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain them on paper towels. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.

PEPPERS AND PARMESAN CHEESE

Steps:

• Heat a skillet over medium high heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, crushed garlic and peppers. Season with salt and pepper. Saute until just tender, 6 or 7 minutes. Sprinkle in cheese and remove from heat. Transfer peppers to a platter. Garnish with chopped parsley. Cover with foil to keep warm until ready to serve.

PARMESAN RICE BALLS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, mix rice, spinach, cheese, lemon juice, salt, pepper and 2 eggs.
• Shape mixture into 1 inch balls.
• In a pie plate, using a fork, beat 1 tbls water with remaining egg.
• Dip rice balls in egg, then into bread crumbs to coat evenly.
• In a 5 quart Dutch oven, heat 3/4 inch of oil over medium heat.
• Fry rice balls a few at a time for 1 1/2 minutes or until golden brown, drain on paper towels and serve warm.

PARMESAN POTATO BALLS

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain.
• In a large mixing bowl, mash the potatoes. Beat in the cream cheese, milk and butter until smooth. Stir in Parmesan cheese, onion, soup mix, salt, hot pepper sauce and pepper. Shape into 1 1/2 inch balls.
• Place the egg and cornflakes in separate shallow bowls. Dip potato balls in egg, then roll in crumbs. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400 for 15-18 minutes or until crisp and golden brown.

PARMESAN POTATO BALLS

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. , In a large bowl, mash the potatoes. Beat in the cream cheese, milk and butter until smooth. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, onion, soup mix, salt, hot pepper sauce and pepper. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., Place the egg and cornflakes in separate shallow bowls. Dip potato balls in egg, then roll in crumbs. Place on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until crisp and golden brown.

PARMESAN PEPPER ROLLS

Steps:

• Mix 1 1/4 cups of the flour, the sugar, cheese, salt, pepper and yeast in large bowl. Beat in water, egg whites and oil until smooth. Stir in remaining flour until smooth. Scrape batter from side of bowl.
• Cover and let rise in warm place about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
• Spray 12 medium muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray. Stir down batter, beating about 25 strokes.
• Divide batter among muffin cups. Let rise uncovered 20-30 minutes or until batter rounds over tops of cups.
• Bake in preheated 400 degree oven for 15-20 minutes or till golden brown.