Spinach Appetizers

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Instead of sausage balls, try these savory spinach treats -- they're great! The recipe was given to me while shopping by a lady at the grocery store. The formed balls may be stored frozen in airtight containers until ready for use.

Submitted by Diane Hall
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
16 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

  • 2 cups dry bread stuffing mix

  • 3 eggs, beaten

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ onion, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together chopped spinach, dry bread stuffing mix, eggs, Parmesan cheese, onion, butter and Cheddar cheese. Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 30 minutes.

  2. Drop the mixture by rounded spoonfuls onto a lightly greased large baking sheet. Place baking sheet in the freezer approximately 1 hour.

  3. When ready to bake, allow the balls to partially thaw, about 30 minutes.

  4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet.

  5. Bake the balls in the preheated oven 20 to 25 minutes, or until lightly browned.

226 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

143 Calories
4g Fat
20g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 143
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 42mg 14%
Sodium 469mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 6g 11%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 83mg 6%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 145mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.