Parmesan Broccoli Balls

Claire de Luna's Note:

This is an excellent hot appetizer, and a particular favorite of mine to serve with any kind of meatballs. These always go fast once they come out of the oven, and are a good way to sneak in some tasty vegetables.

• Total Time: 1 hrs
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 72 1inch b ...

• 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
• 2 cups herb stuffing mix
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 6 eggs, beaten
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• salt and pepper
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, for rolling in

Directions:

1. Cook frozen broccoli according to package directions; drain well.
2. Combine all ingredients, mixing well.
3. Pour mixture into a sheet pan and spread evenly; Refrigerate.
4. When firm, roll mixture into small (1 inch) balls.
5. Roll balls in Parmesan cheese.
6. Freeze.
7. To serve: Put frozen broccoli balls in a preheated 350 degree F. oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Reviews

[Ducky]

These are so good I could make a whole meal of them! They seem like comfort food. DS even tried them and he normally won't eat vegetables. The cheese and the stuffing give them a great taste. I did need some extra parmesan for the rolling step. We will be making this recipe a lot! Thanks.

[Sharon123]

I got given a bunch(I mean alot!) of fresh broccoli, so I made these to use some up. These are great tasting little treats to nibble on!The Parmesan gives it a nice flavor. Thank you for posting! I halved this recipe!

[Chattes]

Instead of making these in small 1 inch balls, I made them twice as big and froze them. I didn't have any of the problems others had in rolling them after chilling the mixture for an hour or so because I added a perhaps a half cup more stuffing. Last night, I took 8 of them out of the freezer, defrosted them in the microwave and then baked them for about 25 minutes at 375. They were delicious as is and I think the next time I serve them, I'll try adding some type of sauce to dip them in.