Chestnut stuffing

0 min
medium
10 ingredients

Chestnut stuffing

Chestnut stuffing is a traditional preparation that has been enjoyed for centuries in various cultures, especially in Europe. Originating mainly in regions where chestnuts are abundant, this dish has become an essential accompaniment for autumn and winter festivities, such as Christmas and Thanksgiving. In Latin America, although the use of chestnuts is not as common, this recipe has gained popularity and can be found in countries like Argentina, Chile, and Mexico, where it is sometimes simply known as "stuffing with chestnuts" or "walnut and chestnut stuffing."

In each country, the stuffing may include variations in ingredients and preparation methods, but the essence of mixing bread with fresh herbs and roasted chestnuts remains. This dish offers a particular flavor, thanks to the texture and light sweetness of the chestnuts, combined with the freshness of the herbs. Furthermore, it is an ideal accompaniment for meat or poultry dishes, adding a rustic and elegant touch to the meal.

How to Make Chestnut Stuffing

With a sharp knife, cut an X on the rounded side of each chestnut.

Spread the chestnuts in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan, add 1/4 cup of water, and bake the chestnuts in a preheated oven at 450°F for 10 minutes, or until the shells open.

Remove the chestnuts, a handful at a time, and peel them while they are still hot.

Preheat the oven to 325°F.

On a shallow baking sheet, place the bread pieces in a single layer, bake them, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown, and transfer them to a large bowl.

In a large skillet, cook the onions, celery, sage, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram in the butter over medium-low heat, stirring, for 1 minute.

Add the vegetable mixture to the bread pieces, mixing well, incorporate the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste, and let the stuffing cool.

Chestnut stuffing

Ingredients (10)

  • Homemade-style white bread
  • Onions
  • Celery
  • Fresh sage
  • Fresh thyme
  • Fresh rosemary
  • Fresh savory
  • Unsalted butter
  • Fresh chestnuts
  • Fresh parsley leaves

Instructions (7 steps)

  1. 1 With a sharp knife, cut an X on the round side of each chestnut
  2. 2 Spread the chestnuts in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan, add 1/4 cup of water, and bake the chestnuts in a preheated 450°F oven for 10 minutes, or until the shells open
  3. 3 Remove the chestnuts, a handful at a time, and peel them while they are still hot
  4. 4 Preheat the oven to 325°F
  5. 5 On a shallow baking sheet, place the bread pieces in a single layer, bake them, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown, and transfer them to a large bowl
  6. 6 In a large skillet, cook the onions, celery, sage, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram in the butter over medium-low heat, stirring, for 1 minute
  7. 7 Add the vegetable mixture to the bread pieces, mixing well, incorporate the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste, and let the stuffing cool

Nutritional Information

Calories: 2413 kcal
Protein: 58%
Carbohydrates: 113%
Fat: 163%
Sugar: 87%
Sodium: 66%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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