Best 2 Waffle Stuffing Recipes

Waffle stuffing is a unique and flavorful variation on the classic dish, combining the crispy, golden texture of waffles with the savory and comforting flavors of traditional stuffing. Whether you're looking to elevate your Thanksgiving celebration or just trying to find a new and exciting way to use leftover waffles, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.

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STUFFING WAFFLE

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Best the day after Thanksgiving, but really, why not make these anytime?! Serve with turkey gravy or maple syrup.

Provided by Ryan Schroeder

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Waffle Recipes

Time 48m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ cup butter
1 ½ pounds ground Italian sausage
1 (16 ounce) package mushrooms, sliced
1 large onion, diced
1 cup chopped celery
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
3 eggs
1 loaf bread, cubed
1 quart chicken stock

Steps:

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage; fry until just beginning to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add mushrooms, onion, celery, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook and stir until soft, about 10 minutes. Pour mixture into a large bowl; let cool, about 5 minutes.
Stir eggs into the sausage-mushroom mixture. Add bread cubes and 1/2 the chicken stock; stir until stuffing is well combined and moist. Add more chicken stock if necessary.
Preheat a Belgian waffle iron according to manufacturers' instructions. Fill with stuffing mixture; cook until crisp and heated through, about 10 minutes. Repeat with remaining stuffing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 134 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 1558.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

WAFFLE STUFFING

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It was during the holidays I came up with this great stuffing recipe. I was trying many different recipes for many different birds and chops. I was making fried chicken one night, and I thought of chicken and waffles but I was still on this stuffing kick, so I decided to merge the two. By adding frozen waffles into my stuffing, the combination of sweet and savory was a huge hit with my fried chicken and has become one of my favorite side dishes.

Provided by ScottySauce

Categories Side Dish Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup chopped celery
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
½ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch paprika, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
10 frozen buttermilk waffles, toasted and cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup buttermilk
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute celery, onion, and apple in the hot butter until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in sage, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken broth, brown sugar, and maple syrup; stir to combine and reduce slightly, 3 to 4 minutes. Add waffles and toss until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in pecans and buttermilk; toss until completely coated. Stir in eggs to bind everything together.
Spoon stuffing into a large casserole dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 328.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

Tips:

Use stale bread: Stale bread is the best choice for stuffing because it absorbs more liquid and has a better texture than fresh bread.
Cut the bread into small cubes: This will help the stuffing cook evenly.
Toast the bread cubes: Toasting the bread cubes will give the stuffing a nice crispy texture.
Use a variety of ingredients: Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients in your stuffing. Some popular additions include vegetables, fruits, nuts, and herbs.
Season the stuffing well: Stuffing should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
Cook the stuffing properly: Stuffing should be cooked until it is heated through and the bread cubes are slightly browned.
Let the stuffing rest before serving: This will allow the stuffing to absorb any remaining liquid and settle.

Conclusion:

Waffle stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy texture, flavorful ingredients, and versatile nature, waffle stuffing is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new side dish to try, give waffle stuffing a try. You won't be disappointed!