Broccoli Cheese Balls

Breathtaking broccoli recipes don’t have to be boring…. Baked broccoli cheese balls are a delicious meat-free meal to serve at gatherings.
Crispy on the outside with a layer of breadcrumbs and perfectly crunchy on the inside with 3 types of cheese. Fresh broccoli pieces covered completely with melted cheese.

Ingredients:

• 1 half of cups full of fresh broccoli florets
• 1 cup shredded colby cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 oz. velveta, cut into small portions
• half of teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 1/four cups rusk, divided
• 1 gently crushed egg
• half of cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, gently scrambled vegetables or canola oil

1. Steam the broccoli until slightly softened.
2. After letting it rest a bit, chop the broccoli fine. Parts should be 1/4 inch or less.
3. Put it in a large bowl. Add cheese, red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup of the breadcrumbs, and 1 egg in a bowl with the broccoli. stir well. Use your hands to shape the mixture into balls, using about 1 tablespoon per ball. You should get 12-14.
4. Place the balls on a plate and place them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
   Put the flour in a bowl.
5. Place the two gently mashed eggs in another bowl and mix them in a tablespoon of water.
6. Put the last two cups of panko crumbs into a third bowl.
7. Pour approximately 2 inches of oil directly into a Dutch oven or heavy saucepan.
8. The oil is heated to 375 degrees. For first-class results, use a thermometer. Remove the broccoli balls from the refrigerator, brush them with flour, dip them in the egg mixture, and cover with breadcrumbs.
9. Fry approximately four balls at the cooking time until golden brown on all sides.
10. Put it on a plate covered with a paper towel.

Enjoy.