Best 2 Bourbon Pecan Stuffing Recipes

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**Discover a flavorful and nutty stuffing recipe with a unique twist - our Bourbon Pecan Stuffing.** This delectable dish combines the rich, smoky flavors of bourbon with the sweet crunch of pecans, creating a perfect accompaniment to your Thanksgiving turkey or any special occasion meal. Our comprehensive guide includes step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and variations, ensuring you create a stuffing that is both flavorful and memorable. Additionally, we've included a collection of other stuffing recipes to cater to diverse preferences, including a classic bread stuffing, a hearty sausage stuffing, and a vegetarian wild rice stuffing. With our detailed recipes and expert guidance, you'll be able to prepare an exceptional stuffing that will elevate your holiday feast to new heights.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BOURBON-PECAN STUFFING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Make Classic Stuffing, adding 2 chopped pears, 1 cup chopped pecans and 1/2 cup bourbon to the cooked vegetables; simmer 2 minutes before adding the broth.
  • Classic Stuffing: Melt 1 stick butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups each diced onions and celery and 1 tablespoon each minced sage and thyme; add salt and pepper and cook 5 minutes. Add 3 cups turkey or chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Beat 2 eggs with 1/4 cup chopped parsley in a large bowl; add 16 cups cubed stale white bread, then pour in the vegetable-broth mixture and toss. Transfer to a buttered baking dish and dot with butter. Cover and bake 30 minutes at 375 degrees F; uncover and bake until golden, 30 more minutes. (Or stuff in your turkey and bake.)

BOURBON PECAN STUFFING RECIPE



Bourbon Pecan Stuffing Recipe image

Provided by irra

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 stick butter
2 cups diced onions
2 cups celery
2 chopped pears
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup bourbon
1 tbs minced sage
1 tbs minced thyme
salt and pepper
3 cups turkey or chicken broth
2 eggs
1/4 cup chopped parsley
16 cups cubed stale white bread,

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions, celery, sage and thyme; add salt and pepper and cook 5 minutes. Add pears, pecans and bourbon to the cooked vegetables; simmer 2 minutes . Add broth and bring to a simmer. Beat eggs with parsley in a large bowl; add cubed stale white bread, then pour in the vegetable-broth mixture and toss. Transfer to a buttered baking dish and dot with butter. Cover and bake 30 minutes at 375 degrees F; uncover and bake until golden, 30 more minutes. (Or stuff in your turkey and bake.)

Tips for Making Bourbon Pecan Stuffing:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your stuffing. Look for high-quality bread, pecans, and herbs.
  • Toast the pecans: Toasting the pecans will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant. Be sure to watch them closely so they don't burn.
  • Sauté the vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables will help to caramelize them and bring out their sweetness. Be sure to cook them until they are tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.
  • Use a combination of liquids: Using a combination of liquids, such as chicken broth, white wine, and bourbon, will add depth of flavor to the stuffing. Be sure to season the liquids well with salt and pepper.
  • Don't over-mix the stuffing: Over-mixing the stuffing will make it dense and gummy. Gently fold the ingredients together until they are just combined.
  • Stuff the turkey loosely: Stuff the turkey loosely so that the stuffing has room to expand as it cooks. This will help to prevent the stuffing from becoming dry.
  • Bake the stuffing until it is golden brown: Bake the stuffing until it is golden brown and cooked through. This will usually take about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Bourbon pecan stuffing is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other special occasion. With its rich, flavorful ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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