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Turkey stuffing Balls

Savory Turkey Stuffing Balls: A Leftover Delight!

Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into delicious Turkey Stuffing Balls, quick to prepare and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes can use store-bought or leftover
  • 2 cups stuffing use any leftover stuffing
  • 1 cup shredded turkey can replace with chicken or omit
For Cooking
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs optional coating for crispiness
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil for frying
For Serving
  • 1 cup gravy optional
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by bringing your mashed potatoes and leftover stuffing to room temperature.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared mashed potatoes and stuffing thoroughly.
  3. Gently fold in the shredded turkey and season with black pepper.
  4. Form the mixture into golf ball-sized portions, approximately 12 in total.
  5. For baking, preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. For frying, roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
  7. Heat a couple of tablespoons of butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat and carefully fry the formed balls.
  8. Serve hot, drizzled with warm gravy, and a side of cranberry sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These turkey stuffing balls can be frozen before cooking for convenience.

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