Description
A delightful blend of savory sausage and zesty cranberry sauce, perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 cups Homemade Stuffing
- 0.5 pound hot Italian beef sausage
- 0.5 pound mild Italian beef sausage
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup minced dried cranberries
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned WHOLE BERRY)
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Brown the hot and mild Italian beef sausages in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking apart into crumbles, then drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, combine cooked sausage with stuffing, cheddar cheese, cranberries, beaten eggs, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the stuffing mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, rotating halfway through until golden brown and firm to touch.
- Meanwhile, prepare the dipping sauce by combining cranberry sauce, orange juice, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
- Once baked, let the bites rest for 5 minutes before serving with the dipping sauce.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: stuffing bites, cranberry sauce, appetizers, savory snacks, party food