Herbed Stuffing Balls

These Herbed Stuffing Balls bring the classic flavors of holiday stuffing into an easy-to-serve format that’s perfect for any occasion. With a blend of dried herbs, fresh parsley, and a savory cream of mushroom base, each bite offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors. These stuffing balls are a versatile addition to your table, ideal as a side dish or an appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup celery, finely chopped (roughly 4 small stalks)
• 5 cups dried store-bought breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp dried sage
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
• 1 can (about 14 oz.) cream of mushroom soup (or your choice of condensed soup)

Directions:

1. Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an oven-safe baking dish and set aside.
2. Sauté Vegetables: In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once foamy, add the chopped onion and celery. Sauté until the celery softens, and the onion turns translucent.
3. Cooling: Remove the pan from the heat and let the vegetable mixture cool for a few minutes.
4. Mixing the Stuffing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, dried sage, dried thyme, fresh parsley, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir well to mix the ingredients. Add the cooled onion mixture and the cream of mushroom soup. Combine everything thoroughly until the mixture becomes crumbly.
5. Forming the Balls: Dampen your hands with water to prevent sticking. Take a handful of the stuffing mixture and shape it into balls roughly the size of a meatball. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
6. Baking: Cover the baking dish with foil. Transfer it to the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes.
7. Cool & Serve: Once baked, remove the stuffing balls from the oven. Let them stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the herby and savory flavors of these delightful stuffing balls!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal | Servings: 6-8 servings