Description
Apple Cranberry Stuffing is a delightful and heartwarming side dish that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. With crisp apples, tangy cranberries, and a medley of aromatic herbs, this stuffing transforms any holiday meal into a memorable feast. Easy to prepare, it can complement turkey or chicken and brings warmth and nostalgia to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups stale bread cubes
- 2 cups diced fresh Granny Smith apples
- 1 cup dried cranberries (soaked in warm water)
- 1 cup chopped sweet onions
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast bread cubes on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions and celery until soft, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add diced apples and cranberries to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until apples are slightly softened.
- Stir in thyme and sage, then gradually pour in vegetable broth while mixing gently.
- Combine the mixture with toasted bread cubes in a large bowl, ensuring even coating.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg