Easy Rice Balls

4 cups hot cooked rice
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese
4 teaspoons chili powder*
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs (herbs and cheese)

Mix the hot rice with cheese, chili powder, and salt until well blended and cheese is melted. Form into small balls. Roll in seasoned crumbs. Place on greased baking sheet.

Bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Serve warm.

Makes 5 dozen hors d'oeuvres
Source: USA Rice Federation