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French Onion Stuffing Balls

French Onion Stuffing Balls are a flavorful twist on classic stuffing, combining the savory richness of French onion soup with the hearty texture of stuffing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine european
Servings 16

Ingredients
  

  • 100g butter, chopped
  • 4 shortcut bacon rashers, finely chopped
  • 200g button mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh herbs (such as sage, thyme and parsley)
  • 4 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
  • 35g sachet salt-reduced French onion soup mix
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 8 thin slices prosciutto, halved lengthways

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add bacon and mushroom. Cook, stirring, for 12 minutes or until softened and butter is golden. Add garlic and herbs. Cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Transfer to a bowl. Cool for 30 minutes.
  • Stir breadcrumbs and soup mix into mushroom mixture. Season with pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 200C/180C fan forced. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
  • Add egg to mixture. Stir until combined. Using 2 level tablespoons at a time, shape mixture into 16 balls. Wrap 1 piece of prosciutto around each ball. Place on prepared tray. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden.

Notes

  • Allow additional time for cooling.
  • To stuff a 4kg turkey with the French onion ball mixture, omit 1 egg and all the prosciuttos.
Keyword French Onion Stuffing Balls
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