Raisin-Cranberry Stuffing Balls |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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Stuffing balls are an interesting departure from the traditional Thanksgiving or Christmas side dish. These balls are delicious and don't take long to make or bake. Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped |
1/4 cup honey |
1 cup chopped onion |
1 cup sliced celery |
1 tablespoon butter |
6 cups cubed dried raisin bread |
3/4 cup chopped walnuts |
1 tablespoon orange zest |
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon |
1 teaspoon dried basil |
3/4 cup orange juice |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. Saute onions, celery and walnuts in butter until tender. 2. stir honey and all spices into the orange juice. 3. Toss together the vegetable-nut mixture, cranberries and raisin bread cubes. 4. Pour juice mixture over all and mix gently until well combined, adding more juice if necessary in order to hold a ball shape. 5. Shape 1/2 cupfuls into balls by hand an dplace on greased cookie sheet. 6. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for about 25-30 minutes, until lightly browned. |
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