Embark on a culinary journey with our delightful Ginger Chestnut Stuffing, a harmonious blend of aromatic flavors and textures. This stuffing is a symphony of sweet, savory, and earthy notes, featuring succulent chestnuts, aromatic ginger, and a medley of herbs and spices. Its versatility shines as it complements a variety of dishes, from the classic roast turkey to vegetarian delights. Discover the secrets behind this exceptional stuffing, with step-by-step instructions and insider tips to ensure perfect results every time. Unleash your creativity and explore variations such as including dried cranberries for a touch of tartness or adding toasted walnuts for a delightful crunch. Elevate your holiday feasts and everyday meals with this irresistible Ginger Chestnut Stuffing, a true testament to culinary artistry.
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CHESTNUT STUFFING
Studded with meaty chestnuts and fragrant with parsley and sage, this stuffing is equally good cooked inside or outside the turkey (try our Classic Brined and Roasted Turkey recipe). You will need to dry the bread cubes overnight; transfer them to resealable plastic bags until you're ready to make the stuffing, up to 1 day more.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Yield Serves 10 to 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spread bread cubes in single layers on baking sheets. Let dry at room temperature, uncovered, overnight.
- Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add chestnuts; cook until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain; let cool slightly. Peel and quarter chestnuts; set aside. Peeled chestnuts can be refrigerated in an airtight container 2 to 3 days.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and celery; cook, stirring, until onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Add sage; cook 3 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup stock; cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer onion mixture to a large bowl. Add remaining 4 1/2 cups stock, the chestnuts, bread, salt, and parsley; season with pepper. Toss to combine. If not stuffing turkey, transfer to a buttered 17-by-12-inch baking dish. Cover; bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake until hot and golden brown, 30 minutes more.
CHESTNUT STUFFING
I have had this stuffing every Thanksgiving my entire life (26 years, that's a lot of stuffing!), it is truly a family tradition. Trust me, this is the best stuffing you'll ever taste! Thanks goes out to my Nana, the best cook in the Midwest!
Provided by KBROWN26
Categories Side Dish Stuffing and Dressing Recipes Vegetarian Stuffing and Dressing Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- With a sharp knife, cut slits in the surface of the chestnuts. Place chestnuts in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook 25 minutes, or until tender. Drain, peel, and chop.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in chestnuts, onion, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning, and cook until onions are tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a medium baking dish, and mix with the cubed bread.
- In a small bowl, beat together eggs and milk, and drizzle over the cubed bread mixture.
- Bake 30 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until surface is crisp and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 35.2 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 744.2 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
CHESTNUT STUFFING
Serve Ted Allen's Chestnut Stuffing recipe from Food Network as a side dish for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Provided by Ted Allen
Categories side-dish
Time 2h5m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Cut an X into the round end of each chestnut, place on a rimmed baking sheet, put in the oven and add 1/4 cup water to the pan. Roast for 10 minutes; the shells should peel back where cut. Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute or two, and then peel while the chestnuts are still warm. Chop coarsely.
- Decrease the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Spread the breadcrumbs on a baking sheet and bake until dry and golden, about 15 minutes. Put in a large bowl with the chestnuts and cornbread.
- In a large saute pan over medium heat, melt the butter, and then add the celery, onions, and chopped liver, and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. Add to the bowl with the chestnuts.
- Stir in the chicken stock, parsley, sage, salt, pepper and eggs. Spoon into a buttered 3-quart baking dish and bake, covered, for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until browned, about 30 minutes.
Tips:
- Use a variety of chestnuts, such as fresh, frozen, or canned, depending on what is available.
- Toast the chestnuts before using them to enhance their flavor.
- Use a combination of fresh and dried herbs for a more complex flavor.
- Add chopped vegetables, such as celery, carrots, or onions, to the stuffing for extra flavor and texture.
- Moisten the stuffing with broth or stock to prevent it from becoming dry.
- Stuff the turkey or chicken loosely to allow for expansion during cooking.
- Bake the stuffing in a covered dish at 350°F (175°C) for 30-45 minutes, or until it is heated through.
Conclusion:
Ginger chestnut stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for the holidays. With its combination of sweet chestnuts, savory ginger, and aromatic herbs, this stuffing is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. Whether you are serving it with turkey, chicken, or another main course, this stuffing is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a special side dish, give ginger chestnut stuffing a try. You won't be disappointed.
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