Chestnut Stuffing Recipe

Name: Chestnut Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 loaves good-quality white bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 20 cups); 1 1/2 pounds (4 cups) fresh chestnuts; 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter; 4 small onions, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 3 cups); 1 bunch celery, cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 4 cups); 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage; 5 cups Basic Chicken Stock (page 41); 3 cups coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon coarse salt; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 loaves good-quality white bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 20 cups)
1 1/2 pounds (4 cups) fresh chestnuts
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
4 small onions, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 3 cups)
1 bunch celery, cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 4 cups)
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
5 cups Basic Chicken Stock (page 41)
3 cups coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper

1
Dry bread cubes Spread bread cubes in single layers on baking sheets.
2
Let dry overnight at room temperature, uncovered.
3
Peel chestnuts Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.
4
Score chestnuts on the bottom with an X, then boil until soft, about 20 minutes.
5
Drain and let cool slightly, then peel and quarter.
6
Make stuffing Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
7
Add onions and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 10 minutes.
8
Add sage and cook 3 minutes.
9
Stir in 1/2 cup stock and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
10
Transfer onion mixture to a large bowl.
11
Add remaining 4 1/2 cups stock, reserved chestnuts and bread cubes, and the parsley; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
12
Proceed to stuff the turkey according to Perfect Roast Turkey recipe (page 149).
13
If not stuffing turkey, transfer to a buttered 17-by 12-inch baking dish.
14
Cover with parchment-lined foil and bake at 350F for 25 minutes, then remove foil and continue baking until heated through and top is golden brown, 30 minutes more.

893

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

100

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 loaves good-quality white bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 20 cups), 1 1/2 pounds (4 cups) fresh chestnuts, 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, 4 small onions, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 3 cups), and more.

Yes, Chestnut Stuffing 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.

Chestnut Stuffing

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