VEGAN STUFFING
The challenge with developing a vegan version of classic Thanksgiving stuffing is figuring out how to achieve that signature texture without the eggs. In this recipe, a few simple steps make it possible: First, vegetable broth is added to the stuffing mixture twice; once while it's in the skillet, and again just before baking. Finely chopped, toasted pecans add texture, but also act as a sort of flour, absorbing the broth and binding the mixture together. Finally, the stuffing is baked under foil for the first 20 minutes, which ensures that the top doesn't dry out before the entire dish is finished. The end result is a traditional stuffing that will have everyone - vegans and otherwise - coming back for seconds.
Provided by Gena Hamshaw
Categories dinner, breads, stuffing and dressing, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- The day before you make the stuffing, place the bread cubes on a sheet pan and leave them out overnight, uncovered, to dry out. Alternately, you can place them on a sheet pan and bake at 275 degrees for about 25 minutes, or until the bread cubes are dry at the surface, but still soft in the center.
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish. Place the pecans on a sheet pan and transfer to the oven. Roast for 4 minutes. Remove the pecans from the oven, chop finely and set aside.
- Heat the butter in a deep 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and celery. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the onion is clear. Reduce the heat to low. Add the sage, thyme and parsley, and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously.
- Add the bread to the skillet and 2 1/2 cups broth. Gently fold everything together, so the bread soaks up the broth. Fold in the pecans. Taste, and season the stuffing with salt and black pepper. (Vegan butter is usually salted, so the amount of salt you need will depend on the butter you use and how salty your broth is.)
- Transfer all of the ingredients to the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup broth over the top. Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover the casserole and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is just beginning to brown. Serve.
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Khursheedbibi Bibi
[email protected]This stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was so flavorful and moist, and it was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Sagor Haolader
[email protected]5/5 stars! This stuffing was easy to make and it turned out great. I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and it was still very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ryan the fire guy Fire guy
[email protected]I'm not vegan, but I tried this stuffing and it was delicious! It was so flavorful and moist, and it had a great texture. I would definitely recommend this stuffing to anyone, vegan or not.
Prophet Micadeolu
[email protected]This stuffing was amazing! I made it for Christmas dinner and everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and it was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again next year.