Cranberry Pecan Stuffing
Cranberry Pecan Stuffing is a festive, flavorful side dish that combines tart cranberries and crunchy pecans with a savory bread base. Ideal for holidays or any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 1 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 2 tsp sage, dried or fresh
- 1 tsp thyme, dried or fresh
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Your Bread: Spread cubed day-old bread on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until slightly golden.
- Sauté Your Veggies: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped onions and celery. Sauté until soft, about five minutes.
- Mix It All Together: In a large bowl, combine toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, herbs, salt, and pepper. Gradually pour in chicken broth while mixing gently.
- Bake It Up: Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish. Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Serve & Enjoy: Let it cool slightly before serving alongside your favorite main dishes or enjoy it straight from the dish!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg