Grilled Cheese Balls

These are too easy and too adorable not to make. You can customize the toppings as you wish. We tried it with Everything spice and absolutely loved it!

SERVES 4–6

• 6 slices rye or white bread

• 6 Tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese

• ⅛ tsp paprika

• 1 cube frozen garlic

• 1 cube frozen parsley

• salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

• marinara sauce, for serving (optional)

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread. Place 1 Tbsp mozzarella cheese in the center of each slice. Bring the corners of the bread together and seal the edges to form a tight ball. Mix together seasonings and Parmesan cheese. Spray each bread ball with cooking spray or oil and brush with the spice mixture. Place each ball in a muffin tin with another muffin tin on top of it. Bake for 20–30 minutes, or until the cheese in the center is fully melted and oozing. If desired, serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

(Originally featured in Family Table, Issue 718)