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Chestnut Stuffing

Chestnut Stuffing

Chestnut Stuffing is a classic side dish that features cooked chestnuts, vegetables, and fresh herbs, ideal for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course American
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 287 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • baking sheet

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter plus more to coat the casserole dish
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage chopped
  • 1 pound day-old white bread cut into ½ inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2.5 cups vegetable stock or chicken or turkey stock
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1.5 cups cooked chestnuts roughly chopped

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9x13-inch casserole dish with softened butter.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and celery and saute for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  • Add the minced garlic and saute for an additional minute, being careful not to burn it. If necessary, reduce the heat.
  • Add the chopped sage and saute for 1 minute. Take the skillet off the heat and set it aside to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Place the cubed bread, parsley, and thyme in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  • Add the eggs, stock, Kosher salt, pepper, and the cooked vegetables, lightly tossing everything until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Using a spatula, gently fold in the chestnuts.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly, lightly pressing in the dish. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until it is lightly browned on top.
  • Alternatively, you can transfer the chestnut stuffing into the cavity of the bird until it is full and compact. Roast turkey as needed until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Allow to cool, then scoop and serve alongside the carved turkey.

Notes

This recipe yields enough stuffing for 8 servings, suitable for a 14-20 pound turkey if preferred. Using day-old bread is key. Leftover stuffing keeps in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 287kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 874mgPotassium: 261mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 530IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 154mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Chestnut Stuffing, Christmas, holiday recipe, Side Dish, Thanksgiving, vegetarian
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