Get ready to elevate your holiday feast or weeknight dinner with a stuffing recipe that's about to become your new obsession! Michel's Nut and Pork Stuffing is not just another side dish – it's a flavor explosion that combines the rich, savory goodness of ground pork with the delightful crunch of toasted nuts. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have your guests begging for seconds (and the recipe)!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 1 hrs
Total Time: 1 hrs 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 cups cubed bread
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground pork, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and has developed a golden color, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Add diced onions and celery to the skillet with the pork. Sauté until the vegetables become soft and translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, browned pork and vegetable mixture, chopped nuts, sage, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Gradually pour chicken broth over the mixture, stirring gently to moisten the bread cubes without making them soggy. The mixture should be moist but not wet.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Cover the dish with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes to create a crispy golden top.
- Remove from the oven and let the stuffing rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the stuffing to set.
Tips
- Choose your nuts wisely: While the recipe suggests walnuts or pecans, feel free to experiment with different nuts like almonds or hazelnuts for unique flavor profiles.
- Bread matters: Use day-old bread or slightly stale bread cubes for the best texture. Fresh bread can make your stuffing too mushy.
- Don't oversaturate: When adding chicken broth, add it gradually and mix gently. You want the mixture moist but not swimming in liquid.
- For extra flavor, consider adding some herbs like thyme or rosemary alongside the sage.
- Let the stuffing rest after baking – this helps the flavors meld and makes it easier to serve.
- If you're preparing this for a holiday meal, you can assemble the stuffing a day ahead and refrigerate, baking just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 236kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 25mg
