Description
Grandma Dot’s Stuffing Balls are a classic, comforting side dish perfect for holiday meals or cozy dinners. Made with seasoned bread cubes, sautéed onions and celery, and flavorful herbs, these golden-brown stuffing balls are baked until crisp on the outside and tender inside. They are easy to prepare and serve as a delicious accompaniment to turkey, chicken, or roast meals.
Ingredients
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Stuffing Base
- 1 bag (12–14 oz) dry seasoned bread cubes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 ribs celery, finely chopped
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 ½ to 2 cups chicken broth, as needed
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning or a mix of sage, thyme, rosemary
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt, adjust to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for freshness)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a large baking sheet to prevent the stuffing balls from sticking during baking.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and celery, and cook until they become soft and fragrant, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Mix Stuffing Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry seasoned bread cubes with the sautéed vegetables along with the butter from the skillet. Add poultry seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Moisten Mixture: Stir in the lightly beaten eggs. Gradually add chicken broth, mixing gently just until the stuffing is moistened enough to hold together when pressed. Avoid adding too much broth to keep the mixture from becoming soggy.
- Form Stuffing Balls: Using your hands or a scoop, take portions of the mixture and roll them into balls approximately the size of a golf ball. Place them evenly spaced onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the stuffing balls in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and develop a slightly crisp exterior.
- Serve: Serve the stuffing balls warm as a delicious side dish accompanying turkey, chicken, or roast dinners. Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped parsley for added color and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially the salt, depending on the seasoning of your bread cubes.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit eggs or use an egg replacer.
- Leftover stuffing balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.
- Adding fresh herbs like sage or thyme can enhance the flavor further.
- Ensure the mixture is not too wet to prevent soggy stuffing balls; add broth gradually.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffing ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
