Stilton-Rice Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.
2. 2
   Add rice and 2 teaspoons of salt, return to a boil, lower heat, cover and simmer until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
3. 3
   Place in a bowl and let cool completely.
4. 4
   Add the eggs, 2 teaspoons of salt, pepper and 3/4 cup of bread crumbs to the rice and mix well.
5. 5
   Moisten your hands with water and form the rice mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls.
6. 6
   Press 1 piece of walnut and 1 piece of Stilton into the center of each one and reshape into a ball.
7. 7
   Coat with the remaining bread crumbs.
8. 8
   Working in batches, deep-fry the rice balls until nicely browned.
9. 9
   Drain on paper towels.
10. 10
    Serve hot.