Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (Optional)
- ½ cup chopped red bell pepper (Optional)
- ½ cup chopped celery (Optional)
- ½ cup chopped onion (Optional)
- 2 cups stuffing mix (such as Kraft® Stove Top®)
- ½ (8 ounce) package softened cream cheese, cut into chunks
- ¼ cup softened butter, cut into chunks
- 1 egg, beaten
- 6 slices bacon, or more to taste (Optional)
Why This Recipe Is A Must Try
Tips For Better Flavor
- Cook on a wire rack to allow the bacon to crisp evenly.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking and browning.
Step 1
Gently heat some oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in the red bell pepper, celery, and onion, and cook them, stirring occasionally, until they’re nice and soft—this should take about 5 to 10 minutes. While that’s cooking, go ahead and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a big bowl, mix together the stuffing mix, cream cheese, butter, and the beaten egg. Pour in the hot water and stir everything well until it’s all combined. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes so the liquid can soak in. Once that’s done, fold in the cooked veggies.
Step 3
Shape the mixture into small balls, about an inch in size. Pour some bread crumbs into a shallow bowl and roll each ball around in them. Place the crumb-coated balls on a baking sheet and gently press them down a little to form patties. Wrap each patty with a slice of bacon.
Step 4
Pop the tray into your preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden and crispy. Then, flip each one over and bake for another 10 minutes until the bacon is crisp all around. Serve warm and enjoy!
