Savory Sausage Stuffing Balls Recipe

These sausage-stuffing balls are a mouthwatering addition to any holiday or special occasion meal. Made with a flavorful mix of sausage, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, these little bites are crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. They can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish to complement your main course. Prepare them in advance and freeze for later use, or bake them fresh and serve piping hot. This recipe will become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sausage
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup melted butter

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground sausage, breadcrumbs, onion, celery, garlic, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and cooked through.
5. Remove from the oven and brush the melted butter over the tops of the stuffing balls while they are still hot.
6. Serve the sausage stuffing balls warm as an appetizer or side dish.

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