This was my appetizer dish for a New Year’s Eve bash that my husband & I attended. My husband absolutely hates spinach so I wasn’t sure how well these would go over. If you can believe it, he really loved them so even if you aren’t a spinach lover these are definitely worth a try. The chicken flavored stuffing throws you off from the spinach and because the spinach is fully cooked, the texture of these is so great.
I love any appetizer that you can pop into your mouth gracefully. The spinach between the teeth though…well, you may still have that problem. I am planning to make these often for future nights of board game fun because they are portable and come together in a flash. To save yourself from cooking on the day of an event, make these ahead and keep them in the freezer.
Spinach Balls
2- 10 oz packages frozen spinach
1 package chicken-flavored stuffing mix
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup butter, melted
Salt & pepper to taste
Do-Ahead: Cook spinach according to instructions, drain in a sieve, use back of a wooden spoon to press the spinach against the sieve to get as much moisture as possible out In a bowl combine the spinach, stuffing mix,cheese, eggs, butter, salt& pepper Mix thoroughly& roll into small balls 3/4 to 1″ size. Place on a cookie sheet and freeze.
Event Day: To serve place frozen balls on a cookie sheet and bake at 350F 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned If you are doing them fresh or thawed only bake for 7-10 minutes. Serve hot.
Sounds delicious – and so easy!
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these are so good – my mom has been making them for years. although, just keep in mind that they, uh… cause some stomach issues for some people, catch my drift?
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These sound yummy. I think I’ll have to try them for a Friday night appetizer night at home.
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I’ve been on the look out for a new appetizer recipe. Thanks for sharing!
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I have a very similar recipe that we love in our house, but I’ve never had them as appetizers. I make them larger and we have them as a the main entree in our vegetarian meals. But since they are such a hit at dinner, why not try them the next time I need an appetizer! Thanks for the idea!
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my kids LOOOVE these!
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I remember reading about your yummy spinach balls duirng Thanksgiving time and made them for appetizers for our Thanksgiving feast. Everyone enjoyed them! Thanks for sharing all your great recipes.
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Oh my! These look delish!
Thanks for the recipe.
Blessings!
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Sounds yummy, Amy! Thanks for sharing. Kevin feels the same way, so I’m bookmarking these to try.
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Any idea on how much stuffing mix? Just a regular box of Stovetop? Or?
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Kacie- I used the off-brand of Stove Top and it worked beautifully. Just one box of the convenience stuff. I hope that helps!
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