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Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls Side Dish

Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls Side Dish: Crispy, Flavor-Packed Joy

This Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls Side Dish is a crispy, flavorful delight that perfectly complements your holiday feast.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing Balls
  • 6 cups Day-Old Bread Sourdough or hearty white bread for best texture.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 cup Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 stalks Celery Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Poultry Seasoning Or sage and thyme (1 tsp each).
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional.
  • 2 large Eggs For binding.
  • 1-1.5 cups Chicken or Turkey Broth Add until moist but not soggy.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Gravy For serving.
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce For serving.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Cut day-old bread into one-inch cubes and spread them on a baking sheet. Toast for 10-12 minutes until dry but not browned.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, chopped celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until softened.
  3. In a large bowl, combine toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add eggs and broth, mixing until moist but not soggy.
  4. Shape the mixture into 2-inch balls. Place on a greased baking sheet with space in between.
  5. Increase oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally garnished with parsley, alongside gravy or cranberry sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use day-old bread for the best texture and refrigerate shaped balls prior to baking for firming.

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