CHESTNUT SAUSAGE STUFFING

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Chestnut Sausage Stuffing image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     side dish

Time 1h

Yield Enough stuffing for a 12-pound bird

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 pounds chestnuts
4 cups chicken or turkey stock
2 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 pounds sausage meat
2 cups fresh white bread crumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon thyme, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh sage leaves, minced
4 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
1/2 cup Cognac
2 eggs, lightly beaten
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Make a gash in the side of each chestnut. Cover with water and bring to boil. Simmer for 10 minutes. Drain and peel the chestnuts while they are still hot (do this using rubber gloves to protect your hands). Simmer the chestnuts in the chicken stock until tender (about 20 minutes). Drain, reserving the stock.
  • Meanwhile, soften the onions in the butter. In a separate pan, brown the sausage meat, crumbling it with a fork as it cooks. Drain on paper towels.
  • Soak the bread crumbs in milk for 10 minutes and squeeze dry. Place the bread crumbs in a large bowl. Add the thyme, sage, parsley, Cognac and cooked sausage meat. Add the eggs and mix thoroughly.
  • Chop the chestnuts coarsely and add them to the mixture. Moisten with a half-cup of chicken stock or a little more if the mixture seems very dry. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Alima Begum
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This was the best stuffing I've ever had! The chestnuts and sausage were a perfect combination and the stuffing was so moist and flavorful.


Md Sabit
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I've made this stuffing recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Angiethoe Skhosana
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This stuffing was amazing! It was so flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday dinner.


sk aponxl
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Overall, I thought this stuffing was pretty good. It was easy to make and it had a nice flavor. I would definitely make it again.


Abdullahi Isse Hagi
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I found this stuffing to be a bit bland. I think I would add more herbs and spices next time.


matshepo mphehlo
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This stuffing was a little too dry for my taste. I think I would add more liquid next time.


Inam Mtlomelo
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I love this stuffing! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Joe Doe
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This stuffing is so good! The chestnuts add a nice sweetness and the sausage gives it a savory flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Lola Mccash
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the chestnuts and sausage.


Khamraj Khanal
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This was my first time making stuffing and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the stuffing was delicious.


eyasen arafat
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I've made this stuffing recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chestnuts and sausage are a great combination and the stuffing is always moist and flavorful.


Nataliia Kytsyshyna
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This stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The chestnuts added a delicious nutty flavor and the sausage gave it a nice savory touch. I will definitely be making this again.