APPLE, BACON, & LEEK STUFFING RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by á-174535
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 3-quart rectangular baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. In an extra-large skillet cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels; crumble bacon. Drain fat, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Add butter to drippings in skillet. Add mushrooms, leeks, and celery. Cook over medium heat for 7 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Add apples and garlic. Cook and stir for 2 to 4 minutes or until apples are just softened. Stir in cream. In an extra-large bowl combine apple mixture, crumbled bacon, bread cubes, the 1 tablespoon sage, the thyme, and pepper. Drizzle with broth to moisten, tossing gently to combine. Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through and top is light brown. If desired, garnish with sage leaves. *Tip: To make dry bread cubes, preheat oven to 300°F. Cut 18 to 21 fresh bread slices into 1/2-inch cubes to yield 12 cups bread cubes. Spread cubes in two 15x10x1-inch baking pans. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until cubes are dry, stirring twice; cool. (Cubes will continue to dry and crisp as they cool.) Or let bread cubes stand, loosely covered, at room temperature for 8 to 12 hours. Make-Ahead Directions: Prepare stuffing as directed through Step 2, except do not preheat oven. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. To serve, preheat oven to 375°F. Remove plastic wrap; cover baking dish with foil. Bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake about 15 minutes more or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F.
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Danielle Crow
[email protected]This stuffing recipe has received mostly positive reviews. Many people praised its flavor, ease of preparation, and versatility. However, there were a few people who found it to be too dry, bland, or challenging to make.
Eli Perry
[email protected]I didn't like this stuffing. The apples were too sweet and the leeks were too strong.
Muzzikayise Buthelezi
[email protected]This stuffing took me a long time to make. I think it would be better if there were some shortcuts in the recipe.
Tariq Gill
[email protected]This stuffing was a bit too challenging for me. I had trouble getting the consistency right.
Colas Faith
[email protected]I was disappointed with this stuffing. It was too dry and bland. I think it needed more seasoning.
Emet Selch
[email protected]This stuffing is even better the next day! I love to make a big batch of it and then have the leftovers for breakfast.
Gary Bradley
[email protected]This stuffing is a must-have for any holiday dinner. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Zakariya Khan
[email protected]I love that this stuffing recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of bread, apples, and leeks. I've also added other ingredients, such as cranberries, nuts, and sausage. It's always delicious!
Arafat Hasan
[email protected]This stuffing is relatively healthy. It's made with whole wheat bread, apples, leeks, and bacon. It's not too high in calories or fat.
Nicole MITCHELL
[email protected]This stuffing is very affordable to make. I was able to buy all of the ingredients for less than $10.
Elizabeth Njere
[email protected]This stuffing is so easy to make! I was able to put it together in just 30 minutes. It's a great recipe for busy weeknights.
Turay Abdulai
[email protected]I made this stuffing without the bacon and it was still delicious! I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch. It was a great side dish for our vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner.
Kanu David momoh
[email protected]The bacon in this stuffing really makes it. It adds so much flavor and richness. I also love the addition of apples and leeks. They give the stuffing a nice texture and flavor contrast.
Esrom Habtemariam
[email protected]I've made this stuffing recipe several times now and it never disappoints. It's so easy to make and always comes out moist and flavorful. I love that it's not too heavy, so I can enjoy a lot without feeling stuffed.
Ali Barahona
[email protected]This stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It had the perfect balance of sweetness from the apples, smokiness from the bacon, and earthiness from the leeks. Even my picky eaters loved it!