Best 8 Incredible Matzo Farfel Stuffing Recipes

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**Incredible Matzo Farfel Stuffing: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

As the autumn leaves begin their vibrant transformation, the air fills with the tantalizing aroma of roasted turkey, a centerpiece of Thanksgiving feasts. While the turkey undoubtedly steals the spotlight, the humble matzo farfel stuffing plays a supporting role that is equally captivating. This delectable dish, a harmonious blend of crispy matzo farfel, savory vegetables, and aromatic herbs, elevates the entire Thanksgiving experience. Our culinary journey takes you through three distinct matzo farfel stuffing recipes, each offering a unique symphony of flavors and textures. From the classic herb-infused stuffing to the indulgent sausage-studded delight and the vegetarian-friendly wild mushroom variation, these recipes cater to diverse palates and dietary preferences. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will transform your Thanksgiving table into a gastronomic wonderland.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

FARFEL WITH MUSHROOMS AND ONIONS



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Bring a large pot of salted water (4 quarts water with 1 tablespoon kosher salt) to a boil. Add the toasted farfel and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.

Provided by Mitchell Davis

Categories     Starches, Side Dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounce (2 to 21/2 cups, depending on the size) farfel or egg barley, toasted
4 ounce (1 sticks or 1/2 cup) unsalted butter, or a combinator of peanut oil and chicken schmaltz to equal same
2 large (1 pound) yellow onions, chopped (about 2 cups)
12 ounce (3/4 pound) mushrooms, button, portobello, romano, or a combination, sliced or chopped
2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more to taste
1 large egg (optional)
1/4 cup soup stock, chicken or vegetable (optional)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water (4 quarts water with 1 tablespoon kosher salt) to a boil. Add the toasted farfel and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, but do not rinse. In a large saucepan, heat the butter or shmaltz mixture (based on if you want it meat or dairy). Add the onions and saute until translucent, 7 to 8 minutes. Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper and continue cooking, stirring often, until the mushrooms have given off most of their water and the mushrooms and onions are soft, about 30 minutes. Stir the farfel into the sauteed mushrooms and onions adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. If you are going to bake the farfel, stir in the egg and/or soup broth (if using). Transfer to a greased 2-quart baking dish. You can store the farfel covered in the refrigerator at this point for up to 2 days. Before serving, preheat oven to 350. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the top browns and the farfel is heated through. Notes: You should be able to tell if your farfel is untoasted by the color: untoasted, it has the pale yellow color similar to other egg noodles; toasted it is somewhere between beige and golden brown. If yours is untoasted, you should toast it before you proceed with this recipe: preheat the oven to 300. Spread the farfel out on a cookie sheet and set in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the pasta has turned a dark beige or golden brown. Periodically rake the pasta with a large spoon or spatula to ensure it toasts evenly. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature before proceeding.

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MATZO FARFEL STUFFING



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Need a quick make-ahead and forget about it side dish? We have you covered. This side has plenty of flavor and after a quick sauté session, you can freeze the dish and cross one off your list.

Provided by Jamie Geller

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 Spanish onions, diced
Extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 pound matzo farfel
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chopped pitted dates or raisins
2 egg yolks
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9- x 13-inch casserole dish. 2. Sauté onions in a large sauté pan lightly coated with evoo, over medium-high heat, until medium brown and very soft. 3. Add mushrooms to the pan and a bit more evoo. Sauté mushrooms until browned and crispy on edges. Add celery and garlic to the pan and continue to cook for 3 to 5 minutes until celery begins to soften. 4. Transfer vegetables to greased pan. Add matzo farfel, broth, dates, and egg yolks. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes more until lightly browned, or cool completely and freeze for up to 1 month.

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PASSOVER MATZO STUFFING



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I've never been able to find a matzo stuffing my family enjoyed so I decided to omit the Ritz crackers and cornbread from my Thanksgiving stuffing, Recipe #78109, and replace them with matzo. The result was delicious and tastes exactly like the original recipe.

Provided by dojemi

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 50m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12 -14 ounce) box matzos
3 large onions, sliced thin
oil, enough to saute' onions
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 teaspoon sugar
1 carrot, peeled and grated
1 apple, peeled and grated
pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
onion powder
garlic powder

Steps:

  • Crush matzah.
  • Saute' onions in oil till transparent.
  • Add carrots and apples and cook till the are softened.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Mix together and taste for seasoning.
  • If too dry you can moisten with a bit more broth or water.
  • Stuff turkey loosely.
  • Any leftover stuffing can be cooked along-side turkey in foil or in a casserole dish.
  • When basting turkey, add some of the juices to any stuffing cooked outside the bird.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 120.6, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 4

MATZO STUFFING



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This is a super yummy dish that my family has every Passover and sometimes for Thanksgiving. It can also be spiced up by adding different vegetables that are in season.

Provided by Annelise Friedman

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 onions, diced
2 stick butter
1 lb box matzo, broken into pieces
4 c broth (i use vegetable)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
pinch salt & pepper
pinch garlic powder
pinch paprika
OPTIONAL:
1 c celery, diced
2 carrots, diced

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • 2. In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the onions and other vegetables. Sauté until the onions are nearly brown and the other vegetables are tender, should take 10-12 minutes.
  • 3. Add matzo to pan with the other vegetables and toast it for 2 minutes. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, & paprika.
  • 4. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Stir in the broth and eggs.
  • 5. Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 dish and bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until browned.

RUTH'S MATZO FARFEL DRESSING



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Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound farfel
3 cups chicken stock
8 ounces butter or margarine
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 medium apple, peeled and grated
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. place the farfel in a large bowl; at the chicken stock and let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, if desired, mushrooms, and parsley and sauté until onion is golden, about five minutes. Mix in the garlic and grated apple.
  • Stir the sautéed mixture into the softened farfel and let cool. Add the eggs, ginger, salt, and pepper and mix until well combined. Spoon the mixture into a greased 9 x 13" casserole.
  • Bake for 30 minutes; remove from the oven. Turn the dressing over with a spoon, breaking it up in order to brown the other side. Bake an additional 30 minutes or until golden brown.

MATZO FARFEL STUFFING



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Make and share this Matzo Farfel Stuffing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lioness

Categories     European

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup minced onion
1 cup diced celery
1 cup chopped mushroom
2 tablespoons grape juice
6 tablespoons oil
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups soup stock
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
3 1/2 cups farfel
1 1/4 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper

Steps:

  • Saute mushrooms in grape juice.
  • add onion, celery, and suate until onions are softened. Add farfel. Combine seasing, eggs, & soup into farfel mixture. Add boiling water and set aside until liquid is absorbed. Place in a lightly greased pan. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.2, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 133.7, Sodium 1810.7, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 9.2

MATZO FARFEL



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This quick dinner side dish made with matzo has a humble look but a rich flavor, thanks to duck fat. Serve with roast meats.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons duck fat or chicken fat (or vegetable shortening)
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped celery
2 large eggs
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
3 1/2 cups matzo farfel

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Melt fat in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook 8 minutes. Let cool. Whisk together eggs, broth, 1 1/4 cups hot water, spices, and salt. Stir in farfel and onion mixture. Spoon into 10 (1/2-cup) ramekins. Bake until set, 30 to 35 minutes.

PASSOVER MATZO FARFEL STUFFING RECIPE - (3.3/5)



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Provided by darylsueb

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound box matzo farfel
6 eggs
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
6 sticks celery, diced
3 large onions, diced
2 cans clear chicken soup, or vegetable broth
Salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste
Vegetable oil for sauteing

Steps:

  • Saute all of the vegetables in oil. Combine farfel and soup and stir. Add eggs. Stir. Add all other ingredients. Place in a 13 X 11" Pammed pan. Cook for 1 hour, uncovered.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and measured out. This will ensure you have everything you need on hand and that the cooking process goes smoothly.
  • Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the taste of your stuffing. Opt for fresh vegetables, herbs, and other ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't Overcook the Matzo Farfel: Matzo farfel should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. If you overcook it, it will become mushy and lose its texture.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to add plenty of herbs and spices to your stuffing. This will give it a flavorful and memorable taste.
  • Add Moisture: To prevent your stuffing from becoming dry, add some liquid, such as chicken broth, vegetable broth, or melted butter. This will help keep it moist and succulent.
  • Stuff the Turkey Loosely: Don't pack the stuffing too tightly into the turkey, as this will prevent it from cooking evenly. Leave some space for the stuffing to expand as it cooks.
  • Roast the Turkey at a High Temperature: This will help to create a crispy, golden-brown crust on the turkey and ensure that the stuffing is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Matzo farfel stuffing is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. With its unique flavor and texture, it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a special stuffing recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.

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