MILLET, BULGUR, AND CHESTNUT STUFFING

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Millet, Bulgur, and Chestnut Stuffing image

Cranberries and chestnuts bring traditional Thanksgiving flavors to this remarkably light, nutty, satisfying side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup millet
1/2 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup minced shallots (about 2 medium)
1/2 cup chopped celery (about 3 stalks)
2 garlic cloves, minced
11/2 cups chopped shiitake mushrooms
5 ounces jarred or vacuum-packed whole peeled chestnuts, halved (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
3/4 cup dried cranberries (3 ounces)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook millet and bulgur separately.
  • Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add shallots, celery, and garlic, and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms, and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chestnuts and herbs, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
  • Slowly add stock, scraping bottom of pan. Raise heat to medium-high, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in cranberries, and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the millet, bulgur, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring, until heated through. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day (bring to room temperature or warm gently over low heat before serving).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 g, Cholesterol 3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 506 g

Ndinelago Ndeshipewa
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This stuffing was a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Demetris Walker
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The millet and chestnuts were a great combination, and the stuffing was really flavorful.


Nael’s Fun hub
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly.


Charity Mpala
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This stuffing is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so flavorful and moist, and the chestnuts add a really nice touch.


Babu Mondol
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Geovanni Garcia
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This millet stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was flavorful and moist, and the chestnuts added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make it again.