Best 6 Apple And Pecan Stuffing Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey through the world of Apple and Pecan Stuffing.**

From the classic Southern comfort food to innovative vegetarian delights, this article presents a symphony of flavors and textures that will elevate your next meal to an unforgettable experience. Discover the secrets of creating the perfect stuffing, whether you prefer a traditional bread-based recipe or a healthier quinoa variation. Explore the nuances of using different types of apples, from sweet and crisp Granny Smiths to tart and tangy Braeburns, and discover how they contribute to the overall taste profile. Learn the art of toasting pecans to enhance their nutty flavor and add a touch of crunch. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this article will guide you through the process of making each recipe, ensuring that your stuffing turns out moist, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Embark on a culinary adventure and let the aroma of apples and pecans fill your kitchen as you create a dish that will leave your family and friends craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE PECAN STUFFING



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Don't miss out on this delicious apple pecan stuffing recipe!

Provided by A Mom's Take

Categories     Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cups of chopped apples
1 cup of chopped celery
½ cup of pecans
1 bag of pepperidge farms stuffing cubes
1 stick of butter
1 16 oz can of chicken broth

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet. Add chopped apples and celery. Saute until celery and apples are tender, about 5 minutes. Add in pecans and let cook for another 1-2 minutes. Pour in your chicken broth and let come to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in Stuffing cubes. Serve.

HERBED PECAN STUFFING



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"From Logan, Utah, Edie DeSpain says, "I've updated a basic stuffing recipe by using wholesome multi-grain bread in place of customary white bread. It adds a hearty, crunchy taste."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cups cubed day-old multi-grain bread
3/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup apple juice
1/4 cup olive oil
4 celery ribs, diced
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg
1-1/2 to 2 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225°. Place bread cubes in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until partially dried, tossing occasionally, 30-40 minutes. Set aside. Increase oven temperature to 325°., Meanwhile, combine raisins and apple juice in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand for 15 minutes. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in parsley, salt, sage, thyme, fennel seeds and pepper; remove from the heat. Beat egg and broth; add to vegetable mixture with bread cubes and raisin mixture. Toss well. Stir in pecans. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 564mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

APPLE-PECAN HOLIDAY STUFFING



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Provided by Food Network

Time 15m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup Country Crock® Spread
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 Gala or Golden Delicious apple, chopped
1 can (14 1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup apple cider
1 package (12 oz.) seasoned or unseasoned cube stuffing mix
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt Country Crock® Spread in 12-inch no-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook onion and celery, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in apple and cook, stirring occasionally, until apple is tender, about 4 minutes. Stir in broth and apple cider. Bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat and stir in stuffing mix until moistened. Garnish with pecans and parsley.

APPLE AND PECAN STUFFIN' MUFFINS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, unsalted butter, apples, pecan, McCormick® Rubbed Sage, kosher salt, Stuffin' Muffins Base, large eggs

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 apples, cored and diced into 1/4 (6 mm) pieces
1 cup pecan, chopped
½ teaspoon McCormick® Rubbed Sage
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 batch Stuffin' Muffins Base
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray.
  • Melt the butter in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the apple and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until just starting to soften. Add the pecans, McCormick® Rubbed Sage, and salt and cook for another 2 minutes, until the pecans are lightly toasted. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Add the apple mixture to the stuffing base and stir to combine. Fold in the eggs until incorporated.
  • Spoon about ¼ cup (60 G) of the stuffing into each muffin cup, filling just above the rims. Press down gently with a spoon to release any air pockets.
  • Bake the stuffing cups for 30-35 minutes, or until cooked through and the tops are browned. Let rest in the muffin tin for 20 minutes, then run a knife around the edges of each cup to release.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 8 grams

CORNBREAD, SAUSAGE, APPLE, & PECAN STUFFING



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Breads, fruit, nuts, and sausage combine to make a tasty stuffing for a 20-lb turkey or a casserole of dressing on the side. If you're using a smaller turkey, you can put excess stuffing in a smaller casserole dish and bake it while the turkey's resting before carving. Southern influenced, this has become our favorite dressing for Thanksgiving or any special occasion. You could add other fruits (cranberry AND apple, for example) or different nuts or seasonings to suit your tastes. Adapted from "The Silver Palate Cookbook".

Provided by Lizzie-Babette

Categories     Breads

Time 2h10m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 tablespoons butter (1 1/2 sticks)
2 cups finely-chopped yellow onions
3 tart apples, cored and chunked, but not peeled (Jonathan, Winesap or Granny Smith)
1 lb bulk breakfast sausage, with sage (or your favorite bulk sausage)
3 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread
3 cups coarsely crumbled whole wheat bread or 3 cups multi-grain bread
3 cups coarsely crumbled French bread or 3 cups Italian bread
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried sage
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
1 1/2 cups shelled pecan halves (do not chop)
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth (optional, for a more moist dressing)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Melt half the butter in a large skillet.
  • Add onions and cook over medium-low to medium heat until tender and lightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Remove onion and butter from pan and put in a very large bowl to be mixed later.
  • In same skillet, melt rest of the butter, add apple, and cook quickly over high heat until lightly browned, but not mushy.
  • Remove apples and butter from pan and put in the bowl with the onions.
  • With the pan back on the burner, add sausage, crumbling as you cook it over medium heat, and cook until lightly browned.
  • When done, remove with a slotted spoon and add it to the mixing bowl.
  • Reserve drippings for basting later.
  • Add remaining ingredients to the mixing bowl and combine gently.
  • If you're going to stuff a turkey, cool completely in the refrigerator first.
  • To cook it as a separate dressing, spoon the mixture into a large casserole (13 x 9 or slightly larger), cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30- 45 minutes at 325, basting occasionally with cooking juices from the turkey or with reserved sausage fat, if needed.
  • Uncover the pan for the last 10 minutes of cooking to brown.
  • Serve hot or warm.
  • Note: You may need to use additional broth (approximately one 14 ounce can) as necessary to adjust the moistness of the stuffing to your taste, or if there are insufficient drippings from your poultry.
  • Note: To make these as individual stuffing muffins, add one egg to the mix before baking to help the muffins keep their shape.

PECAN SAUSAGE STUFFING



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Apple and sausage keep every bite of this stuffing moist and delicious, while toasted pecans add a bit of crunch. Fresh herbs are a nice touch, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 21 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage
3 cups chopped onions
2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup butter, cubed
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cubed and toasted
3 medium apples, peeled and chopped
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup chopped fresh sage or 4 teaspoons dried sage leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper
2 to 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl. In the same skillet, saute onions and celery in butter until tender. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer., Add the bread cubes, apples, pecans, sage, thyme, salt, pepper and onion mixture to the sausage. Stir in enough broth to reach desired moistness. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish (dish will be full). Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 509mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your stuffing a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn apples.
  • Toast the pecans. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Don't overstuff the turkey. The stuffing should be loose and fluffy, so that it can cook evenly. A good rule of thumb is to use about 3/4 cup of stuffing per pound of turkey.
  • Bake the stuffing in a separate dish. This will help to prevent the stuffing from getting too dry. If you do choose to stuff the turkey, be sure to remove the stuffing before carving the turkey.
  • Let the stuffing rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the stuffing to set.

Conclusion:

Apple and pecan stuffing is a classic Thanksgiving dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can make a delicious and memorable apple and pecan stuffing that will be the star of your Thanksgiving meal.

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