Chestnut And Cranberry Stuffing Dressing Recipe

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this incredibly flavorful Chestnut & Cranberry Stuffing Dressing! This versatile recipe can be baked in a casserole dish as a classic side, used to stuff a 12-14 pound turkey, or even baked in mini muffin tins for adorable appetizers. Imagine the warm, comforting aroma of roasted chestnuts and tart cranberries mingling with savory sausage and herbs – pure Thanksgiving magic! Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers exceptional results.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 127.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chestnut And Cranberry Stuffing Dressing

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How to Make Chestnut And Cranberry Stuffing Dressing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 12 cups cubed day-old bread (about 1 loaf), 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium-low heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped; and 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 cup cooked chestnuts, peeled and chopped, and 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries. Cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Add the vegetable mixture to the bread and sausage mixture. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Gradually add 1 1/2 to 2 cups chicken broth, just until moistened. Let cool slightly.
  6. Gently stir in 2 large eggs.
  7. **For Stuffing:** Loosely fill the cavity of a 12-14 pound turkey. Bake according to turkey instructions.
  8. **For Casserole:** Pour stuffing into a well-buttered 15x10x2-inch baking dish. Bake covered for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
  9. **For Appetizers (Mini Muffin Tin):** Fill mini muffin tins about ¾ full. Bake for 15-18 minutes.
  10. **For Side Dish (Regular Muffin Tin):** Fill regular muffin tins about ¾ full. Bake for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

9g

Carbs

5g

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