Apple stuffing balls are a delightful side dish that combines the flavors of sweet apples, savory sausage, and tangy cranberries. These bite-sized treats are made with a mixture of cooked sausage, chopped apples, dried cranberries, bread crumbs, and seasonings, then rolled into balls and baked until golden brown. Serve them alongside your favorite roasted meats, poultry, or vegetables for a festive and flavorful addition to your meal. For a vegetarian version, substitute crumbled tofu or tempeh for the sausage. You can also add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, for a crunchy texture. For a sweeter stuffing ball, use a sweeter variety of apple, such as Honeycrisp or Gala. No matter how you choose to make them, apple stuffing balls are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
**Other recipes mentioned in the article:**
* **Sausage and Herb Stuffing Balls:** These stuffing balls are made with a mixture of ground sausage, bread crumbs, herbs, and seasonings. They are perfect for stuffing poultry or as a side dish.
* **Cranberry and Pecan Stuffing Balls:** These stuffing balls are made with a mixture of dried cranberries, chopped pecans, bread crumbs, and seasonings. They are a sweet and tangy addition to your holiday table.
* **Vegetable Stuffing Balls:** These stuffing balls are made with a mixture of chopped vegetables, bread crumbs, and seasonings. They are a healthy and delicious way to add some extra vegetables to your meal.
* **Gluten-Free Stuffing Balls:** These stuffing balls are made with a mixture of gluten-free bread crumbs, chopped vegetables, and seasonings. They are a great option for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
HERB AND APPLE STUFFING
Serve Ina Garten's crowd-pleasing stuffing at your Thanksgiving feast: Herb and Apple Stuffing from Food Network.
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 2h50m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- Put the bread cubes on a 13 by 18 by 1-inch baking sheet and bake them in the oven for 7 minutes.
- In a large saute pan, melt the butter and add the onion, celery, apples, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Saute for 10 minutes, until the mixture is soft.
- Combine the bread cubes and cooked vegetables in a large bowl and add the chicken stock, and almonds, if desired.
- Place the stuffing into the main cavity of the turkey and into the neck of the bird. I cook a 12-pound turkey for 2 1/2 hours at 350 degrees F in a preheated oven. Make sure the stuffing in the cavity is secured by wrapping the legs tightly with string.
APPLE STUFFING
Apples, leaks and rosemary blend to make this a one-of-a-kind stuffing for your holiday bird.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toss bread with 3 tablespoons melted butter; season with salt and pepper. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet; toast, rotating halfway through, until browned, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Heat remaining tablespoon butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add leeks; cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add apples; cook, turning occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine bread, leek mixture, rosemary, and broth; season with salt and pepper. Add egg; stir until thoroughly combined. Transfer to a buttered 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.
- Bake until golden on top and crisp around edges, 40 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 g, Fat 7 g, Protein 4 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.
Tips:
- Choose firm, tart apples for the best flavor and texture.
- Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor.
- Peel and core the apples before chopping them.
- Sauté the apples in butter until they are softened.
- Add spices, herbs, and other flavorings to the apples before stuffing them.
- Use a variety of stuffing ingredients, such as bread crumbs, nuts, and dried fruits.
- Moisten the stuffing with broth or milk.
- Stuff the apples tightly so that they hold their shape.
- Bake the apples until they are tender and the stuffing is cooked through.
- Serve the apples warm or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
Apple stuffing balls are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or appetizer. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of flavors and textures, apple stuffing balls are a surefire hit at any gathering.
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