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Turkey Stuffing Balls

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing Balls
  • 1 lb Ground turkey Can substitute with cooked chicken or pork.
  • 1 cup Fresh cranberries Dried cranberries can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped; shallots can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Celery Finely chopped; can omit if preferred.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; shallots can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Sage, dried Fresh sage can be used for more flavor.
  • 1 tsp Thyme, dried Fresh thyme can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder; flax eggs can be a vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For drizzling, helps with browning.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Cranberry sauce Perfect for pairing.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, fresh cranberries, chopped onion, celery, minced garlic, dried sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and chicken broth, then pour this mixture into the turkey mixture and fold to combine.
  4. With damp hands, roll mixture into 1 to 1½-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with cranberry sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These stuffing balls are comforting and customizable, ensuring everyone will enjoy them at gatherings.

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