Savory Spinach Bites

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 (8 ounce) bag herb seasoned stuffing mix (do not precook this, use dry)
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large saute pan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
3. Add the onion and cook until the onion is translucent & soft, about 5 minutes; then add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Remove pan from heat and let cool.
4. In meantime, remove excess water from thawed spinach by pressing between paper towels (you do not need to cook the spinach).
5. In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix, spinach, eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt & pepper, and onion/garlic mixture. Combine well.
6. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. One at a time, using hands, roll mixture into individual 1" balls. Place each on partchment lined baking sheet.
8. Bake the balls for 15-20 minutes or until very slightly browned.
9. Dipping sauces: Marinara recommended but could use Ranch, sour cream, horseradhish, etc.

unsalted butter, onion, garlic, stuffing mix, eggs, parmesan cheese, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/savory-spinach-bites-532950 (may not work)