Chestnut and Herb Stuffing
Experience the comforting aroma of Chestnut and Herb Stuffing, a delightful blend of roasted chestnuts and aromatic herbs that adds warmth to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread cubes (mix of white and whole-grain)
- 1 cup roasted chestnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh sage, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup celery, finely diced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tbsp butter, melted (or olive oil)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine stale bread cubes, sautéed onion and celery mixture, roasted chestnuts, parsley, thyme, and sage. Toss gently to coat bread evenly with herbs.
- 4. Add Liquid: Gradually pour in chicken broth while mixing gently until the bread is moist but not soggy.
- 5. Bake: Transfer the stuffing into a greased baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- 6. Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy family-style or plated!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg