Brown Bread Stuffing with Fruit Recipe

Name: Brown Bread Stuffing with Fruit
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish; 1 pound loaf whole-wheat bread, cut into large dice; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 3 celery ribs, roughly chopped; 1 large red onion, roughly chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup dried cherries; 1 cup dried apples, roughly chopped; 1 cup roughly chopped pecans; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1/2 cup apple juice

Servings: persons

1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish
1 pound loaf whole-wheat bread, cut into large dice
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3 celery ribs, roughly chopped
1 large red onion, roughly chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup dried apples, roughly chopped
1 cup roughly chopped pecans
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
1 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup apple juice

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.
2
Add the bread in a large bowl and set aside.
3
Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon of the butter to a large frying pan over medium heat.
4
When it foams, stir in the garlic, celery, and onions, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
5
Cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the thyme and the sage and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
7
Remove from the heat and stir in the cherries, apples, and the pecans.
8
Transfer to the bowl with the bread and toss to evenly combine.
9
Combine the remaining butter with the broth and the apple juice in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
10
Drizzle over the bread mixture and toss to coat.
11
Transfer to the prepared baking dish and bake until golden brown on top and heated through and the internal temperature registers 160 to 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 30 to 45 minutes.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish, 1 pound loaf whole-wheat bread, cut into large dice, 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, 3 celery ribs, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Brown Bread Stuffing with Fruit falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brown Bread Stuffing with Fruit

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Variations & substitutions

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