Stuffing balls, also known as bread stuffing, is a classic dish that can elevate any holiday meal. These delectable bites of savory goodness are made from a mixture of bread, vegetables, herbs, and seasonings, and are often served alongside roasted turkey or chicken. Whether you prefer a traditional stuffing recipe passed down through generations or a more modern variation with unique ingredients, there's a stuffing ball recipe out there to suit every taste.
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STUFFING BALLS
This is an heirloom recipe made by many members of my family. It can be made ahead of the holidays and the balls frozen. One less job at the end. We always formed the stuffing into balls so they were easy to serve individually, easy to grab a cold stuffing ball as leftovers. My Grandma made extra to freeze and use for stuffed chicken breasts later. Grandma always said to try and get a little bit (a speck) of poultry seasoning on each piece of bread. If you like to stuff a bird with it, just place the stuffing balls in the cavity loosely. Unsure of yield. Times do not allow for day of bread getting stale. I always mix mine in a large roasting pan.
Provided by charlie 5
Categories Healthy
Time 1h
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Open the loaves of bread and allow the bread to get stale for a day.
- Tear the bread into 1-1/2" pieces including the crusts.
- Beat the eggs with the milk and water; sparingly, drizzle this mixture over the bread and mix it in just to moisten.
- Saute the celery, onions, and green pepper in the butter until translucent. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the warm celery and butter mixture to the bread.
- Add the parsley and sprinkle in a little rubbed sage.
- Cover lightly with poultry seasoning.
- Gently toss with your hands.
- Gently push the stuffing mixture into the corner of your mixing pan and allow to sit for 30 minutes to absorb the liquid in the bread.
- Form the stuffing into small balls similar to a baseball.
- You may freeze the balls at this point by arranging on a baking sheet and flash freezing.
- When frozen, place stuffing balls in the bread bag wrappers.
- When ready to bake, place balls in a 9 x 13 inch pan with about 1/4" hot broth in the bottom of the pan.
- You can bake them frozen or defrosted, adjust your time accordingly.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes, basting a few times until browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2938.4, Fat 91.7, SaturatedFat 43.9, Cholesterol 528.2, Sodium 4843.2, Carbohydrate 440.1, Fiber 25.6, Sugar 44.7, Protein 85.8
GRANDMA DOT'S STUFFING BALLS
This is my must-have recipe for Thanksgiving, passed down to me by my grandmother. These delicious stuffing balls are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. She always used white bread for this recipe, but I like to use a nutty whole wheat bread for a little extra flavor.
Provided by carabakescupcakes
Categories Side Dish Stuffing and Dressing Recipes Bread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes
Time 56m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; grease with cooking spray.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in salt, poultry seasoning, and pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Whisk eggs and chicken broth together in a large bowl. Fold in bread cubes and parsley. Pour in onion mixture; mix together until combined.
- Shape mixture into 2-inch balls and arrange on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake until golden and crisp, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 288.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
STUFFING BALLS
This delicious side dish always remind me of special holiday dinners except these are so much faster to fix.-Mary Beth Jung, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in remaining ingredients. Shape into eight balls. , Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake until a thermometer reads 160°, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 536mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
BASIC STUFFING BALLS WITH VARIATIONS
These stuffing balls are a good side dish with poultry and pork dishes. For an appetizer, make the stuffing balls smaller, reduce the baking time accordingly, and serve them with homemade or purchased cranberry relish for dipping. If baking the stuffing balls with a meat dish, place stuffing balls in the oven for the final 30 minutes of cooking. You can use other breads too. I usually use good quality homebaked-style plain white bread and stuffing bread when it is available. You can use up odds and ends of white bread, brown bread, rye bread, hot dog buns, and rolls for this recipe too. Adjust the seasonings to suit your tastes. Add one cup chopped apples, raisins, or cranberries for a fruit stuffing, or add one cup of chopped walnuts or pecans. The variations are endless. You may need to add a little more chicken broth, just enough to hold the stuffing balls together. Use canned broth or dissolve a couple teaspoons soup base mix in warm water. Garnish chicken or pork dishes with the stuffing balls and grilled bacon rolls. To make the bacon rolls: Cut bacon strips in half; roll them up and secure with a toothpick; and grill or fry until well done; Drain on paper towels.
Provided by foodtvfan
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 8 stuffing balls, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a baking sheet with foil paper and lightly grease the foil for easy clean up.
- Heat butter or margarine in a large skillet.
- Add onion and celery and sauté gently until soft.
- Combine remaining ingredients with the celery and onion mixture, adding any variations you like.
- Shape mixture into 8 balls. Dampen hands with cold water if necessary.
- Place stuffing balls on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes or until set.
STUFFING BREAD
My family loves stuffing. It occurred to me that if the traditional seasonings could be incorporated into the bread itself, I wouldn't have to start with plain bread cubes to make my stuffing. So I came up with this savory recipe. Last year, I gave loaves to friends as holiday gifts. They loved it.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and seasonings. Add water and oil; beat just until moistened. Add egg and beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Shape into a large round loaf. Place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 375° for 25-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool. , To make stuffing, cut cooled bread into 1-in. slices and then into cubes. Let stand for 24 hours to dry. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, eggs, butter and enough broth to achieve desired moistness. Stir to blend. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 60 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
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Tips:
- Choose the Right Bread: Use a firm, slightly stale bread like French bread or sourdough. Fresh bread will be too soft and may disintegrate during baking.
- Don't Overstuff the Balls: Stuffing balls should be packed tightly, but not so tightly that they burst open. Leave a little bit of space for the stuffing to expand during baking.
- Use a Variety of Ingredients: Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients in your stuffing balls. Some popular additions include sausage, bacon, apples, nuts, and dried fruit.
- Bake Until Golden Brown: Stuffing balls should be baked until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes in a preheated oven.
Conclusion:
Stuffing balls are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are also a great way to use up leftover bread. With a little creativity, you can create stuffing balls that are sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new side dish, give stuffing balls a try.
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