– 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or finely chopped
– 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
– 1 cup bread crumbs (preferably dried or toasted)
– 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– Olive oil or cooking spray (for greasing)
Creating these delicious Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls is a simple process when following these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly with olive oil.
2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, add a bit of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onions and celery until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Combine Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded turkey, cranberry sauce, sautéed vegetables, bread crumbs, parsley, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Add Eggs: Pour the beaten eggs into the mixture, stirring until all ingredients are well combined.
5. Form Balls: Using your hands, grab a portion of the mixture and roll it into a ball roughly the size of a golf ball. Place it on your prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
6. Bake: Bake the stuffing balls in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until they are golden brown and heated throughout.
7. Cool Slightly: Once baked, remove the stuffing balls from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.
8. Optional Glaze: For added flavor, you may brush the balls with more cranberry sauce before serving.
These simple steps will guide you effortlessly to create tantalizing stuffing balls that everyone will enjoy!