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गुरुवार, 18 नवंबर 2021

Cornbread Stuffing

Cornbread stuffing is a delicious hearty dish that your family will go crazy over this Thanksgiving! It’s loaded with fresh herbs, fruits, and veggies for the perfect sweet and savory side.

Sides are what make a Thanksgiving successful! Some of my favorites are sweet potato casserole, corn pudding, and cranberry cheesecake fluff. You’ve got to try them this year!

Cornbread stuffing in a white casserole dish.

Easy and Delicious Cornbread Stuffing Recipe

Stuffing is one of those recipes that come in all shapes and sizes. Some like their stuffing loaded with meat. If that’s your thing, you’ve got to try my sausage herb stuffing! Others like it chock full of yummy roasted vegetables. Regardless of how you make it, stuffing is a Thanksgiving staple. I’m super excited to share this cornbread stuffing recipe today! I love cornbread in general, but when you combine it with Italian sausage, fresh herbs, and little chopped veggies, it somehow becomes even better.

If we want to get technical, because this cornbread stuffing is baked in a casserole dish, it is a “dressing” recipe. This means, rather than being baked inside of a turkey, it’s a standalone side! You can definitely bake it inside a turkey if you’d like! I just prefer to bake it alone to make things a little easier on myself come Thanksgiving. It’s so easy to pop in the oven! The little chunks of cornbread mixed with flavorful sausage and herbs is an absolute delight. It’s a comfort food twist on a classic holiday side. You’re going to love it!

Ingredients for Cornbread Stuffing

It takes quite a few ingredients to get this stuffing as flavorful and delicious as it needs to be. But don’t worry! Most of them are herbs and spices, and are probably hanging out in your spice rack right now! I love tasty holiday recipes that use basic ingredients. One less thing to shop for amidst the Thanksgiving madness is a win in my book!

Italian Sausage: I love using crumbled Italian sausage because it’s so flavorful! You can swap this for sweet or even spicy sausage instead!
Onion: A chopped onion is going to give you that perfect punch of flavor. Because of their more mild flavor, I like using yellow onions here. They have the best blend of sharp and sweet!
Celery: Stuffing isn’t stuffing without a little chopped celery! I love the fun texture it adds to the entire dish.
Granny Smith Apple: It may be surprising, but apples are a key player here! When baked, diced apple pieces will give your stuffing a tasty complex flavor. Apples balance out savoriness.
Unsalted Butter: Added for moisture and yummy rich flavor!
Dried Cranberries: I LOVE getting a cranberry in a bite of stuffing. Their sweet-tart flavor is amazing nestled in cornbread and sausage.
Cornbread: Using cornbread is absolutely delicious and also gluten-free! You’ll want your cornbread pieces toasted for best results. This will keep them from becoming too soggy once you add ingredients like chicken broth and milk.
Large Eggs: Used to hold everything together!
Chicken Broth: I add chicken broth to my stuffing to flavor it and add a little moisture. No one likes bone-dry stuffing!
Milk: A little milk is going to give your dish a nice creaminess! When baked, it makes each bite rich and tasty.

Herbs and Spices

Parsley: Parsley is earthy and flavorful.
Sage: You can’t skip sage! It is one of the key flavors in stuffing. It’s strong and peppery with a hint of mint. Perfect for dishes where you’re flavoring bread!
Rosemary: Perfectly sweet and aromatic, rosemary is a must-add!
Thyme: Zesty and sharp, thyme is great for balancing out the other herbs.
Salt and Pepper: Add to taste! I love a peppery stuffing.

How to Make Cornbread Stuffing

Now that you’ve got your ingredients ready, let’s make a knockout Thanksgiving side! This cornbread stuffing is really easy to make but will please a crowd. Sit back and watch as people come back for seconds and thirds! Just make sure to save enough for yourself! It will be gobbled up in no time.

Prep Oven and Baking Dish: Let’s make stuffing! To begin, preheat the oven to 350°. Spray a 9×13 roasting pan or a 12 inch oval baking dish with pan spray and set aside.
Sauté: Until browned, cook sausage in a medium skillet. Remove from the pan and set aside. Next, add the onion, celery, apple and butter to the pan and sauté over medium heat until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Remove and add to the same bowl as the cooked sausage.
Add Herbs and Cornbread: Add the chopped herbs and cranberries to the bowl of sausage and cooked vegetables. In another larger bowl, add the diced cornbread. If you need to toast your cornbread, place it evenly on a baking sheet and bake at 350° for 10 minutes. before adding to the large bowl
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a liquid measuring cup, combine the salt, pepper, eggs, chicken broth and milk.
Mix and Bake: Add the vegetable and herb mixture to the cornbread and pour the liquid ingredients over it. Toss gently to combine. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes.

Process shots of sauteing sausage and toasting cornbread pieces. Ingredients are then added to a casserole dish.

Tips and Tricks for Making Stuffing

Here are a few ways I personally like to enhance my cornbread stuffing! This is a super customizable, tasty side dish that you are going to love.

More Fillings: Stuffing is a great way to showcase a bunch of different fillings. Besides sausage and herbs, some other things you can add to this recipe are ham cubes, oysters, mixed nuts, mushrooms, bacon, or even cider instead of chicken broth. You can also use a dollop of cream of chicken soup for a little extra creaminess and savory flavor.
Make it Ahead: This stuffing is a lifesaver! You can prepare it in your casserole dish, wrap in plastic wrap, and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Once you’re ready to bake it, let it come to room temperature and then pop it in the oven! Making things in advance definitely relieves some pressure on Thanksgiving.
Use Fresh Herbs: If possible, use fresh herbs in your stuffing. It will make all the difference in the flavor and aroma!
Toast Your Bread: Toasting your cornbread is a must before making your stuffing. You want a harder bread, stale even, to ensure your stuffing doesn’t end up a soggy mess.
Using Leftovers: Leftover cornbread stuffing tastes great layered in a turkey sandwich. You can also use it in stuffed peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes for a delicious snack.

How Do I Store Leftover Cornbread Stuffing?

It’s super easy! All you’ve got to do is pop it in the fridge and it’s ready to be enjoyed days later! Stuffing is so versatile- you can add it to your favorite recipes like waffles, stuffed veggies, meatballs, and more!

In the Refrigerator: Store leftover stuffing in an airtight container for 4-5 days.
Reheating: Place stuffing in a casserole dish. You can add a splash of broth if it has started to dry out. Cover with tin foil and warm at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes.

Cornbread Stuffing

Cornbread stuffing is a delicious hearty dish that your family will go crazy over this Thanksgiving! It's loaded with fresh herbs, fruits, and veggies for the perfect sweet and savory side.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword cornbread stuffing

Prep Time 35 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Servings People

Calories 769kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

¾ cup sweet Italian sausage
1 onion small dice
3 stalks celery small dice
1 granny smith apple small dice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon parsley chopped
1 tablespoon fresh sage chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme chopped
½ cup dried cranberries chopped
8 cups cornbread cut into 1 inch squares and toasted
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
2 large eggs beaten
1 ½ cups chicken broth
¾ cup milk

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°. Spray a 9×13 roasting pan or a 12-inch oval baking dish with pan spray and set aside.
In a medium skillet cook the sausage until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside. Add the onion, celery, apple, and butter to the pan and sauté over medium heat until the onion is translucent about 4 minutes. Remove to the same bowl as the cooked sausage.
Add the chopped herbs and cranberries to the bowl of sausage and cooked vegetables. In another larger bowl add the diced cornbread. If you need to toast your cornbread, place it evenly on a baking sheet and bake at 350° for 10 minutes before adding it to the large bowl
In a liquid measuring cup combine the salt, pepper, eggs, chicken broth, and milk.
Add the vegetable and herb mixture to the cornbread and pour the liquid ingredients over it. Toss gently to combine. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes.

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बुधवार, 17 नवंबर 2021

Walnut Pie

This sweet and nutty walnut pie is the perfect dessert for all of your holiday parties. There are flavors of caramelized brown sugar and butter running throughout, making each bite a dream!

I love nutty desserts. Their texture and buttery flavor pair well with so many kinds of desserts, especially pies! You’ll have to try my amazing Nutella pie, pecan pie, and pistachio pie next!

A walnut pie topped with leaf-shaped crust pieces.

Brown Sugar Walnut Pie Recipe

Pie season is upon us! This is my favorite time of year because of that very reason. I’m one of those people that prefers pie over cake and so as you can imagine, Thanksgiving makes me very happy. Today’s post is about an incredible pie you are all going to love! Walnut pie! I haven’t been able to stop thinking about it ever since I made it. I love nutty pies, and trust me- I thought homemade pecan pie was as good as it gets, but boy, this walnut pie is some real competition.

It all starts with my grandma’s perfect pie crust, then all we do is fill it with a buttery brown sugar walnut mixture. From there, you just throw it in the oven for 40 minutes and let the magic happen! Believe me when I say this is one of the most amazing pies that I’ve had. And that’s a lot! You can find my pie master list here. Something about the golden flaky crust with a caramelized walnut filling is absolutely divine. Also, if you’ve found pecan pie to be too sweet for you, this is your recipe! Walnuts have a bit stronger, more bitter flavor than pecans, which when combined with a brown sugar filling, creates a truly nutty flavor that isn’t too sweet! You’re going to love it!

Ingredients for Walnut Pie

Walnut pie is the perfect dessert to make in a pinch! The list of ingredients is so short and sweet! And the best part? I bet you’ve got all the ingredients in your kitchen right now. If you’re looking for measurements, they can be found in the recipe card below.

Pie Crust: You can use either homemade or store bought. I personally recommend using my grandma’s homemade recipe here! It’s super easy to make and will upgrade all of your pies!
Eggs: Used to bind all of your filling ingredients together.
Salt: Added to enhance and balance flavors.
Brown Sugar: Brown sugar is a must! It gives your filling that perfect rich, caramelized flavor.
Vanilla: Adding vanilla extract is a great way to give your pie extra flavor. I like using pure vanilla extract instead of imitation for best results!
Light Corn Syrup: We add corn syrup to the filling mix for a sweet flavor and smooth texture.
Unsalted Butter: Add melted, unsalted butter to your walnut pie filling for some rich goodness!
Chopped Walnuts: Walnuts have the best rich, buttery flavor! It’s perfect for a pie. You can adjust the size of the pieces to your liking.

How to Make a Walnut Pie

Once you start making pies from scratch, you won’t go back! It’s a surefire way to impress your guests and tastes amazing, too! Your family will love this nutty dessert cooked to a golden brown.

Preheat: To begin, preheat the oven to 400° and place the oven rack in the lower third of the oven.
Prepare Crust: Place the rolled pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and either flute the edges or make a decorative edge. Then, store in the fridge until you are ready to bake the pie.
Walnut Filling: In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, brown sugar, salt, vanilla and corn syrup. Stir in the walnuts and add the filling to the chilled pie crust.
Bake: Next, bake for 15 minutes at 400° Fahrenheit and then lower the heat to 350° and bake for another 35-40 minutes, until the center of the pie is slightly jiggly but set. If the top of the pie or the crust seems to be getting too dark too fast, place a sheet of foil gently over the whole pie to keep it from burning while the pie finishes baking.
Enjoy: Cool the pie to room temperature and serve.

Process shots of preparing pie filling and adding to crust.

Tips for the Perfect Walnut Pie

Although this is one of the most foolproof pies you can make, here are a few extra tips and tricks to make your walnut pie shine! It’s sure to become one of your favorite holiday dessert recipes.

For the Perfect Golden Crust: If you notice your crust is getting too dark while baking, tent it with foil while it cooks.
Toast Walnuts: If you really want to enhance your walnuts, try toasting them before adding to your filling! Cook them over medium heat on the stove for a few minutes. This makes them perfectly browned and aromatic.
Keep it Sweet: If you’re like me and love a sweet pie, try adding ½ cup of honey or maple syrup to your walnut filling mixture!
Serve With: This pie is divine on its own, but also tastes amazing à la mode or with whipped cream on top. If you want a little extra indulgence, try drizzling fudge or caramel sauce on top!

Taking a slice of walnut pie out of the pan.

Storing Leftover Walnut Pie

Too full after dinner to enjoy a slice of walnut pie? No worries! This tasty treat can be stored and enjoyed days later!

At Room Temperature: Cover your pie lightly with plastic wrap. It will last for 3-4 days.
Reheating: For that just-baked effect, reheat your pie by popping it in the oven for 10 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Walnut Pie

This sweet and nutty walnut pie is the perfect dessert for all of your holiday parties. There are flavors of caramelized brown sugar and butter running throughout, making each bite a dream!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword walnut pie

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Servings slices

Calories 498kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers