TWO-WAY CHANTERELLE AND PEAR BREAD STUFFING

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Two-Way Chanterelle and Pear Bread Stuffing image

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     side dish

Time 1h

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large loaf Pullman or other firm white bread
1 pound chanterelle mushrooms
1/3 pound pancetta, diced small
10 tablespoons butter, more for greasing muffin tins
1 large chopped onion
1/4 cup minced shallots (about three)
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup white wine
3 1/2 cups diced pears (about four or five firm, ripe varieties like Bartlett or Anjou) plus one whole pear
1 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme, or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/4 cup minced chives
1/3 cup chopped Italian parsley
2 cups turkey stock

Steps:

  • Tear bread into small pieces (you should have about 16 cups) and set in roasting pan or bowl. To dry bread, cover with paper towels and leave out overnight. Or, place on a baking sheet in batches and lightly toast. Set aside.
  • Wipe mushrooms with a clean, damp towel. Trim tough ends. Slice some thickly, chop others. Set aside. Place pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook slowly until fat is rendered, about 7 minutes. Remove to a large plate.
  • Add 2 tablespoons butter to fat in pan and turn heat to medium high. Add onion and shallots, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until just soft. Do not brown. Remove to plate holding pancetta.
  • Add 3 tablespoons butter to pan. Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper and quickly sauté until starting to brown. Remove and add to plate.
  • Add wine to pan and deglaze over medium high heat, cooking until wine reduces by about half. Pour remaining liquid over mushrooms. Wipe out pan and add remaining butter. Add pears and sugar and season with salt and pepper. Sauté pears, in batches if necessary, over medium high heat until they begin to brown slightly.
  • In a large bowl or roasting pan, add sautéed ingredients to bread. Toss lightly to combine. Add herbs and toss again. Slowly pour one cup stock over mixture and toss. Add more broth to make a very moist stuffing. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper. If you are stuffing a brined turkey, remember that the bird will add a bit more salt.
  • Just before roasting turkey, place some room-temperature stuffing lightly inside a prepared bird. Place whole pear in opening of cavity to help hold stuffing in the bird.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Generously butter muffin tins and fill each with stuffing, pressing down so each cup is well filled. Top each with one tablespoon stock. Bake for about 20 to 30 minutes, until a golden crust forms on bottom. To serve, use a butter knife to remove each stuffing muffin and invert onto the plate.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 209, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 325 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Ika Setlhare
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This stuffing was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.


f4iryal3x
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This stuffing was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. It was the perfect side dish for my Thanksgiving dinner.


Mysterious Man
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I'm not a big fan of chanterelles, but I thought this stuffing was pretty good. The pears and bread helped to balance out the flavor of the chanterelles.


Rawezh Taqana
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This stuffing was a nice change from the traditional bread stuffing I usually make. The chanterelles and pears added a nice touch of sweetness and earthiness.


stephanies island
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I would definitely make this stuffing again. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Trump Vidar
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Overall, I thought this stuffing was pretty good. It was flavorful and moist, but I think it could have used a bit more salt and pepper.


Abdullah Hadi
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This stuffing was a disaster. It was dry, bland, and the chanterelles were tough.


Daniel Doug miller
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I found this stuffing to be a bit bland. It needed more seasoning.


Denicia Carter
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This stuffing was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more broth or butter next time.


Ganga bahadur Ganga bahadur
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I wasn't sure how I would feel about the combination of chanterelles and pears in stuffing, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together and the stuffing was delicious.


Saini Sagone
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This stuffing is amazing! I made it for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Refah Vlog
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I've made this stuffing several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so flavorful and moist, and the chanterelles and pears give it a unique and delicious twist.


Julian
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This stuffing is a bit more work than some others I've made, but it's worth the effort. The combination of flavors is amazing and it's the perfect addition to a holiday meal.


Sk Hadeatulla Eful
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stuffing turned out great. It was moist and flavorful, and the chanterelles and pears added a nice touch of sweetness and earthiness.


Wayne Daniel
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This stuffing is easy to make and absolutely delicious. I love the way the flavors of the chanterelles, pears, and bread all come together. It's the perfect side dish for a special occasion dinner.


Md Rabbi Hasan
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I made this stuffing for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavor and texture. I will definitely be making it again.


awal zada
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This bread stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The combination of chanterelles and pears was unique and delicious, and the bread was perfectly moist and flavorful.