Festive Caribbean Stuffing

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 4
Festive Caribbean Stuffing for a hearty holiday meal
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Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
3 tablespoons onions , finely diced
3 tablespoons celery , finely diced
2 teaspoons thyme , leaves only
1/2 teaspoon ground sage
1/4 cup fresh parsley , chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary , minced
1/2 cup raisins ( optional )
4 cups dried bread , crust included ( cut into 1/2 inch cubes )
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
1 cup broccoli floret ( cut up in salted water )
1 cup calabaza pumpkin , cubed and roasted ( or butternut squash )
salt
black pepper ( freshly ground )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
295
Sugar
7g
Fat
8g
The Festive Caribbean Stuffing is a delicious and unique take on traditional stuffing that's perfect for any holiday or special occasion. This dish is bursting with flavor and packed with healthy vegetables and herbs like celery, thyme, and rosemary. The combination of raisins, chicken stock and bread cubes create a heartwarming and hearty side dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether you serve this along with your holiday turkey or use it as a standalone dish, the Festive Caribbean Stuffing is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until melted.
3.Add the garlic and onions, stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4.Add the celery, thyme and sage, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
5.Stir in the parsley and rosemary.
6.Remove from heat and toss in the raisins, bread cubes, chicken stock, broccoli, and roasted calabaza pumpkin.
7.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8.Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.

PROS

This festive stuffing is a unique and flavorful take on traditional stuffing.

The combination of raisins, herbs and vegetables create a flavorful and filling side dish for any occasion.

CONS

This stuffing is high in carbs and calories, as it contains bread cubes and pumpkin.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of vegetables and herbs in this stuffing create a nutrient-dense side dish, packed with vitamins and minerals.
The pumpkin is a great source of Vitamin A, while the broccoli provides fiber and antioxidants that promote overall health and well-being.

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