Sicilian Arancini

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Ingredients

• Arborio rice
• Saffron
• Salt
• Cheese (Parmesan or Provolone)
• Butter
• Onion
• Celery
• Carrot
• Bay leaf
• Ground meat (Pork or Beef)
• Tomato paste
• Peas
• Flour
• Egg
• Fontina or Mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. Cook Arborio rice with saffron, salt, and water until fully absorbed. Add butter and cheese to create an emulsion. Let it cool in a tray.
2. Prepare a sauce with ground meat, tomato paste, onion, celery, carrot, and bay leaf. Cook until thickened.
3. Make a mixture of flour, water, egg, and salt. Shape the rice mixture into cones or rounds. Fill with the meat sauce and cheese. Fry until golden brown.
4. Serve and enjoy the Sicilian Arancini as a delightful snack or meal.

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