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Cranberry Stuffing with Fresh Herbs

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A delightful side dish combining crusty sourdough, tart cranberries, and fresh herbs, perfect for the holiday season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large (1 lb.) sourdough boule, cut into cubes (8 cups)
  • Butter, for greasing baking dish
  • 2 apples, cored and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1/2 tbsp. freshly chopped sage
  • 1/2 tbsp. freshly chopped thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tbsp. freshly chopped rosemary
  • 2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 6 tbsp. butter, divided
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Spread the cubed sourdough bread onto a baking sheet and leave uncovered overnight to dry out, or preheat your oven to 200ºF and bake the bread cubes for 20 minutes until dried but not toasted.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Butter a large baking dish generously.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add chopped apples, celery, and onions, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Stir in rosemary, sage, and thyme, cooking for an additional minute. Season with kosher salt and pepper.
  4. Stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of parsley for added freshness.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, place the dried bread cubes and cranberries. Pour the sautéed vegetable and herb mixture over the bread, then add the vegetable broth. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden.
  7. Garnish with additional parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Ensure your bread cubes are dry; stale bread works best. Customize with your favorite herbs or add nuts for extra texture. Use low-sodium vegetable broth for adaptability.

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Keywords: stuffing, cranberry, holiday side dish, vegetarian stuffing

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