Autumn Harvest Stuffing (Aka Throw Away The Box Of

Name: Autumn Harvest Stuffing (Aka Throw Away The Box Of Stove Top!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices white bread, good quality; 2 slices whole wheat sandwich bread, good quality; 1/3 cup celery, diced; 1/3 cup onion, diced; 1/2 small red apple, left unpeeled and diced small; 5 dried apricots, finely chopped; 6 fresh thyme sprigs; 3 tablespoons white wine; 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 4 tablespoons butter; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (the finely chopped one); 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 3/4 teaspoon dried parsley; 3/4 teaspoon ground sage; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; salt and pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Servings: persons

3 slices white bread, good quality
2 slices whole wheat sandwich bread, good quality
1/3 cup celery, diced
1/3 cup onion, diced
1/2 small red apple, left unpeeled and diced small
5 dried apricots, finely chopped
6 fresh thyme sprigs
3 tablespoons white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken stock or 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (the finely chopped one)
1/4 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon dried parsley
3/4 teaspoon ground sage
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)

1
Toast bread slices lightly. Tear by hand into small pieces and place in a medium sized bowl.
2
Remove leaves from thyme sprigs and add to bread. Set aside.
3
In a large pan, add 2 tbsp butter and celery and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Saute over low to medium heat until vegetables are softened.
4
Add dried bread cubes, apple, apricot, and butter. Stir well.
5
When butter has absorbed into bread, add white wine. Stir until absorbed.
6
Add onion powder, rosemary, paprika, parsley, sage, and turmeric. Add 1/2 cup of chicken stock and simmer until liquid is absorbed. Season again with salt and pepper.
7
Stir in apple cider vinegar and transfer stuffing to a medium pot with a lid.
8
Add remaining 1 cup chicken stock and cover. Allow to simmer covered over low heat for 20 minutes.
9
Season again with salt and pepper. Add pecans if using.
10
*** If making for turkey dinner, add 1/3 cup of turkey drippings to stuffing when adding chicken broth for a deeper flavor.

467

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices white bread, good quality, 2 slices whole wheat sandwich bread, good quality, 1/3 cup celery, diced, 1/3 cup onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Autumn Harvest Stuffing (Aka Throw Away The Box Of Stove Top!) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Autumn Harvest Stuffing (Aka Throw Away The Box Of Stove Top!)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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