Best 5 Apple Shallot Stuffing Recipes

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**Explore a Culinary Symphony of Flavors: Apple-Shallot Stuffing Recipes to Delight Your Taste Buds**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that harmonizes the sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors of apples, shallots, and an array of herbs and spices. Discover a collection of Apple-Shallot Stuffing recipes that will transform your holiday meals into extraordinary feasts. From classic stuffing recipes perfect for turkeys and chickens to innovative vegetarian and vegan variations, this article offers a diverse selection of recipes to suit every palate and dietary preference. Let the tantalizing aromas of roasted apples and caramelized shallots fill your kitchen as you create a stuffing that elevates your main course to new heights of deliciousness.

**Classic Apple-Shallot Stuffing:**
- This timeless recipe combines juicy apples, sautéed shallots, diced celery, and a blend of aromatic herbs, creating a flavorful filling that complements any roasted poultry.

**Zesty Lemon-Herb Apple-Shallot Stuffing:**
- Brighten up your stuffing with a burst of citrus by adding lemon zest, fresh thyme, and a hint of rosemary. This zesty twist adds a refreshing touch to the classic recipe.

**Savory Sausage and Apple-Shallot Stuffing:**
- Elevate your stuffing with the addition of savory sausage, sautéed until golden brown. The combination of sweet apples, shallots, and savory sausage creates a hearty and satisfying filling.

**Vegetarian Apple-Shallot Stuffing:**
- Delight your vegetarian guests with a meatless stuffing packed with flavor. Sautéed mushrooms, roasted butternut squash, and toasted walnuts offer a medley of textures and flavors.

**Vegan Apple-Shallot Stuffing:**
- This plant-based stuffing showcases the natural sweetness of apples and shallots, combined with hearty quinoa, dried cranberries, and a touch of maple syrup. A perfect option for vegan holiday feasts.

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

SKILLET STUFFING WITH APPLES, SHALLOTS, AND CRANBERRIES



Skillet Stuffing with Apples, Shallots, and Cranberries image

Provided by Leah Koenig

Categories     Thanksgiving     Cranberry     Apple     Thyme     Shallot

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large shallots, roughly chopped
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
2 celery stalks, roughly chopped
2 medium green apples, roughly chopped (do not peel)
2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
Kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 medium loaf rustic country bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 10 cups)
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if necessary
1/2 cup apple cider
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the shallot, onion, celery, apple, and garlic, scraping down sides of the bowl, until finely chopped.
  • In a 12-inch cast iron or other oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, heat butter. Add the chopped vegetable mixture, season with a generous pinch of salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 7 to 8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, add the bread cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in the broth, cider, rosemary, thyme, and cranberries. Once the liquid is completely absorbed, stir in the eggs, transfer the pan to the oven and bake until browned on top and cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.

HERBED SHALLOT STUFFING



Herbed Shallot Stuffing image

Categories     Herb     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Fall     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups finely chopped shallot
1 cup unsalted butter
10 cups coarse fresh bread crumbs (from 2 long baguettes; 1 lb total)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons Cognac
1 to 1 1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Cook shallot in butter in a large heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring, until butter is melted and shallot is slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine bread crumbs, herbs, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and stir in butter mixture. Drizzle with Cognac, tossing to combine, and gently stir in broth. (Use 1 1/2 cups broth if you like a moist stuffing, 1 cup if you prefer it drier.)
  • Transfer stuffing to a buttered 3-quart shallow baking dish. Cover with foil and bake in middle of oven 30 minutes, then uncover and bake until top is crisp and stuffing is heated through, about 30 minutes more.

APPLE STUFFING



Apple Stuffing image

Common fruit and veggies give store bought stuffing mix flavor that's anything but ordinary. It's an easy alternative to from-scratch apple stuffing that can take over an hour to make. -Terri McKitrick, Delafield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (6 ounces) stuffing mix

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the apple, onion and celery in butter until tender. Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Stir in apple mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

APPLE AND PORK STUFFING



Apple and Pork Stuffing image

Categories     Fruit     Pork     Vegetable     Side     Bake     Stuffing/Dressing     Apple     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped shallots
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 pounds ground pork
1 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
4 ounces dried apples, chopped
3 large eggs, beaten to blend
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons crumbled dried sage
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup (about) canned beef broth

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add celery and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Add shallots and garlic; sauté until shallots are tender, about 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Mix in all remaining ingredients except beef broth. Add enough broth to moisten stuffing.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Set aside enough stuffing to fill crown roast of pork cavity. Transfer remaining stuffing to 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan. Cover with foil. Bake stuffing in pan alongside roast during last 1 hour of cooking until thermometer inserted into center registers 155°F, about 1 hour.
  • Invert stuffing in pan onto platter. Slice stuffing and serve with roast.

APPLE & SHALLOT DRESSING



Apple & Shallot Dressing image

Full of classic herbs like thyme and sage, but featuring surprises like fennel and golden raisins, this incredible dressing is like a savory bread pudding.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
10 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced in strips
kosher salt
1 bulb fennel
1 celery root
1 McIntosh apple, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch dice, or apple of your choice
Freshly ground black pepper
1 loaf French bread (about 1 lb), torn into 1-inch pieces and dried, spread pieces on baking sheet, let dry overnight at room temperature
1 cup golden raisins
7 leaves sage
3 sprigs thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3 cups whole milk, plus more as needed

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Add the shallots, season with salt, and sauté, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, 6-8 minutes. Remove fennel stalk and fronds from bulb; save for another use or discard. Cut bulb in half, then cut out and discard the core from each half. Slice fennel into a ½-inch dice and set aside.Using a knife to peel off the tough skin of the celery root; discard the skin. Slice celery root into a ½-inch dice. To the pot, add fennel, celery root, apple, and walnuts; stir to combine. Sauté over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender, 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Turn off the heat; add the bread and raisins to the pot. Stack sage leaves, then roll like a cigar and thinly slice across to create fine ribbons of sage (also known as a "chiffonade"). Remove thyme leaves from the stem by pinching the tip of the sprig and pulling straight down. Add coriander, sage, and thyme leaves to the pot; season generously with more salt and pepper.
  • Add milk a little at a time, and use your hands to gently combine all the ingredients after each addition. (If mixture is too hot, gently mix with wooden spatula or spoon until the stuffing cools.) Make sure each crouton is coated with milk, but not soggy. When enough of the milk has been added, allow the stuffing to rest, stirring occasionally, until the milk has fully absorbed, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, grease a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter and preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Transfer the dressing to the prepared baking dish and bake until browned and crispy, about 50-60 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Granny Smith apples are a popular choice for stuffing because they hold their shape well and have a tart flavor that complements the other ingredients.
  • Use fresh shallots: Fresh shallots have a milder flavor than dried shallots, and they will add a subtle sweetness to the stuffing.
  • Don't overstuff the chicken: The stuffing should be packed loosely inside the chicken, or it will become dense and dry. A good rule of thumb is to use about 1 cup of stuffing for every 2 pounds of chicken.
  • Roast the chicken on a rack: This will allow the air to circulate around the chicken and help it cook evenly. You can use a roasting pan with a built-in rack, or you can place the chicken on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet.
  • Baste the chicken regularly: Basting the chicken with its own juices will help keep it moist and flavorful. Use a pastry brush to baste the chicken every 20-30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Apple-shallot stuffing is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with chicken, turkey, or pork. It is also a great way to use up leftover apples and shallots. With its sweet and savory flavors, apple-shallot stuffing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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