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Apple and Chestnut Stuffing

This year change up your traditional stuffing by adding chopped apples and chestnuts for a hint of sweetness and a meatiness that's still vegetarian!
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Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 6 Tablespoon butter
  • 1 large shallot chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 2 c. chicken broth
  • 1/2 c. apple chopped
  • 6 oz. cooked and peeled chestnuts roughly chopped
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 c. fresh parsley chopped
  • 10 c. bread cubes

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.  Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • 2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.   Add the shallots and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.
  • 3. Mix in the salt, pepper, and thyme and cook for 1 minute.
  • 4. Add the broth, apples, and chestnuts and mix to combine.  Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.  Remove from heat.
  • 5. In a large bowl whisk together the eggs, parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • 6. Add the bread cubes and pour the chicken broth mixture over the top.  Stir to combine.
  • 7. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
  • 8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.  Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food Network Magazine November 2021