STUFFING BALLS

Ingredients:

• 4 cups whole-grain bread cubes (whole-wheat or whole-grain)
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté until they become tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the dried sage, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute or so to allow the flavors to meld.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetable mixture with the bread cubes. Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the mixture and stir until the bread is well-moistened. Add more broth if needed to reach your desired consistency.
5. Form the mixture into small stuffing balls, using your hands to shape them.
6. Place the stuffing balls on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the stuffing balls are lightly browned and crispy on the outside.
8. Serve the Weight Watchers stuffing balls as a side dish with your favorite meal.