CHRISTMAS STUFFING WITH BACON

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Christmas Stuffing with Bacon image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces applewood-smoked bacon, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
4 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 1/4 cups short-grain brown rice
1 1/4 cups wild rice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
One 14-ounce bag frozen pearl onions, thawed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces (3 large) portobello mushrooms, shredded or thinly sliced
8 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked, coarsely chopped, optional

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, drain the bacon on paper towels.
  • For the rice: In a heavy saucepan or Dutch oven, bring the broth and thyme to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the brown and wild rice. Cover the saucepan and simmer until the rice is tender but still chewy, 30 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the rice to stand for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • For the vegetables: In the same skillet used to cook the bacon, heat the butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until light golden, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until softened, about 8 minutes. Add the Brussels sprouts and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the vegetable mixture to the saucepan of cooked rice. Add the hazelnuts and cooked bacon. Toss until all the ingredients are mixed. Transfer to a large bowl and serve.

Baljit Kaur
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This is the best stuffing I've ever had! It's so flavorful and moist. The bacon, apples, and cranberries give it a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday gathering.


Lior Rosenkranz
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I made this stuffing for my family for Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so flavorful and moist. The bacon really adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Brandie Jo Woodard
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This stuffing is so good! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. The bacon, apples, and cranberries really take this stuffing to the next level. I highly recommend this recipe!


Jon Cole
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I tried this stuffing recipe for the first time last year and it was a huge success. My family and friends all loved it! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Abdelrahman Mostafa
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This stuffing is delicious! I made it for my friends for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Wandiye Taklu
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This stuffing is amazing! I made it for my family for Thanksgiving dinner and they all loved it. It's so flavorful and moist. The bacon really takes it over the top. I will definitely be making this again.


Subhanullah Mmd
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I love this stuffing! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. The bacon adds a nice smoky flavor and the apples and cranberries give it a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.


Saim Mushtaq
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This is the best stuffing I've ever had! It's so flavorful and moist. The bacon, apples, and cranberries give it a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday gathering.


Jeremiah Bloodworth
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I made this stuffing for my family for Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so flavorful and moist. The bacon really adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Regi Fred
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This stuffing is so good! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. The bacon, apples, and cranberries really take this stuffing to the next level. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mark Clair
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I tried this stuffing recipe for the first time last year and it was a huge success. My family and friends loved it! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Adnan Sagar
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This stuffing is delicious! I made it for my family for Christmas dinner and they all loved it. It's easy to make and the flavor is fantastic. I will definitely be making this again.


Stella Ezeobi
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I love this stuffing! It's always a hit at our Thanksgiving gatherings. I usually double the recipe because it goes so fast. The bacon, apples, and cranberries give it such a great flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!


Faizan Dogar
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This stuffing is amazing! I made it last Christmas and everyone raved about it. It's so flavorful and moist, and the bacon really takes it over the top. I will definitely be making this again this year.


Z3th.a
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I've tried many stuffing recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends. The bacon gives it a great flavor and the apples and cranberries add a nice sweetness and tartness. I hig


Tuffour Samuel
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This stuffing was phenomenal! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The bacon added a delicious smoky flavor and the apples and cranberries gave it a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.