Walnut Balls Recipe 🌰🥣
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these delightful Walnut Balls! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or whenever you crave a savory treat, this recipe combines the wholesome goodness of walnuts, cottage cheese, onions, and a medley of savory ingredients. Let’s dive into the culinary adventure!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups walnuts
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 1/2 cups onions, finely chopped
- 3 cups milk
- 1/3 cup parsley, finely chopped
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup sour cream
For the Gravy:
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sour cream
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 500.7
- Fat Content: 43.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 14.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 49.1mg
- Sodium Content: 975.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.9g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 2.7g
- Protein Content: 15.5g
Instructions:
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Preheat: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a flat casserole dish generously to prevent sticking.
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Prepare the Stuffing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the walnuts, cottage cheese, finely chopped onions, milk, and parsley. Mix the ingredients well until thoroughly combined, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.
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Shape the Walnut Balls: With your hands, mold the mixture into 15 round balls, ensuring they are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
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Arrange in Casserole Dish: Place the walnut balls gently into the prepared casserole dish, arranging them in a single layer to allow for even baking.
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Prepare the Gravy: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, water, and sour cream until smooth and creamy. This luscious gravy will infuse the walnut balls with irresistible flavor.
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Pour the Gravy: Carefully pour the prepared gravy over the walnut balls, ensuring each ball is generously coated for maximum flavor infusion during baking.
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Bake to Perfection: Transfer the casserole dish into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the walnut balls are golden brown and cooked through. The aroma wafting from the oven will surely tantalize your senses!
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Serve and Enjoy: Once baked to perfection, remove the walnut balls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional parsley for a vibrant touch of freshness.
These Walnut Balls are best enjoyed piping hot, straight from the oven, accompanied by your favorite side dishes or served as a delectable appetizer for gatherings and celebrations. With their irresistible blend of flavors and wholesome ingredients, they are sure to become a beloved favorite among family and friends alike. Bon appétit! 🍽️✨
