Spaghetti and Spicy "Meatballs"

 

1

package (16 ounces) uncooked spaghetti

2

cups cooked white rice

1/2

cup quick-cooking oats

1

medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

1/4

cup Progresso® plain bread crumbs

1/4

cup milk

1

tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves

2

teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1/4

teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

1

egg, beaten

1/2

cup wheat germ

1

tablespoon vegetable oil

2

cups spaghetti sauce

Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

• 1 Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package.
• 2 In large bowl, mix rice, oats, onion, bread crumbs, milk, basil, oregano, red pepper and egg. Shape into 12 balls. Roll balls in wheat germ.
• 3 In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook balls in oil about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
• 4 Heat spaghetti sauce until hot. Serve sauce and rice balls over spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese.