Spinach and Cheese Arborio Rice Balls

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup uncooked Arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 heated Progresso® reduced sodium chicken broth
• Freshly ground pepper to taste
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach leaves
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
• 24 (1/2 inch) cubes mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups Progresso® Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• Vegetable oil for frying