AUTUMN HARVEST STUFFING

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The subtlety of leeks and shallots complements the bold flavor of cremini mushrooms in this rich stuffing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Butternut Squash Recipes

Yield Makes enough for one (12- to 14-pound) turkey

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1-pound) loaf rustic white bread, crusts removed, and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 small leek, white part only, chopped
4 cups cleaned, dried, stemmed, and torn mustard greens
12 ounces cremini mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
2 1/4 cups low-sodium store-bought chicken broth
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish, if using

Steps:

  • Arrange bread in a single layer on a baking sheet, and let stand, uncovered, at room temperature overnight. (Alternatively, bake bread in a 250-degree oven until dry but not browned, 25 to 30 minutes.)
  • Transfer bread to a large bowl. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, toss squash with 2 tablespoons olive oil until coated; season with salt and pepper. Arrange squash in an even layer on a baking sheet; transfer to oven and roast until squash is tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer squash to bowl with bread cubes.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add shallots, celery, and leek. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Fold in mustard greens and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute. Transfer to bowl with bread and squash.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to bowl with bread and vegetables.
  • Heat chicken broth in a small saucepan with butter and over medium-low heat until butter is melted; pour over bread mixture. Add sage, parsley, and thyme to bread mixture; season with salt and pepper; mix until well combined. Let stuffing mixture cool completely if stuffing in turkey.
  • To cook stuffing in a turkey: Loosely stuff into a turkey, and roast until center of stuffing registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer. To bake all of the stuffing outside a turkey: Spoon into a buttered 2-quart baking dish. Cover dish with parchment paper-lined aluminum foil. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake until golden brown, about 25 minutes more.

Yvonne Johnson
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This stuffing is so delicious, I could eat it every day.


Shane Conner
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I've never made stuffing before, but this recipe made it easy.


Mdhelal Uddin
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This stuffing is a great way to use up leftover bread.


rajpar zaada
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I love that this stuffing can be made ahead of time. It makes Thanksgiving morning so much easier.


GambiT Onyx
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This stuffing is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Wilson Calixto
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I'm not a huge fan of stuffing, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Nobuhle Khoza
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This stuffing is a must-try for any stuffing lover.


G5 Kids
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I highly recommend this stuffing recipe. It's a keeper!


Trevor Coelho
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This stuffing is easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Waseem H175
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I've tried many stuffing recipes over the years, but this one is my absolute favorite.


Ruman Mohammad Arfat
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Riyal Riyal
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This stuffing is the perfect addition to any Thanksgiving meal.


Md.Samiul Alam
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I've made this stuffing several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hadi khan KaKar
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This stuffing is so flavorful and moist. I love the combination of apples, celery, and herbs.


Sherry Lopshire
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I used a mix of white and wild rice, and added some dried cranberries. It was a hit!


joe gary
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. Will definitely be making this again.


Olwethu Gumede
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Best stuffing I've ever had. Period.


Astrid Quinonez
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This stuffing recipe made my kitchen smell like autumn. I could barely wait for it to be done cooking!