Winter Fruit and Nut Stuffing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Winter Fruit and Nut Stuffing
45 min.
12
330kcal

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As the chill of winter sets in and festive gatherings become a cherished tradition, nothing warms the heart quite like a comforting dish that combines the sweetness of seasonal fruits with the richness of nuts. Our Winter Fruit and Nut Stuffing is not just a side dish; it’s a celebration of flavors that will elevate your holiday meals and impress your guests.

This vegetarian and gluten-free stuffing bursts with the delightful tastes of Anjou pears, dried apricots, and cranberries, beautifully complemented by the earthy notes of fresh rosemary and sage. The combination of toasted pecans and luscious pitted prunes adds a satisfying crunch and depth that makes each bite a joy to savor. With a hint of cinnamon to warm your senses, this stuffing embodies the essence of winter comfort food.

Ideal for family gatherings or festive feasts, this dish can serve up to 12 people, making it perfect for large holiday dinners. Not only does it cater to various dietary preferences, but it’s also a dish that can be made a day in advance for ease and convenience. Whether served alongside a beautifully roasted turkey or as a delightful standalone dish, our Winter Fruit and Nut Stuffing will bring smiles and glowing reviews from all your dinner guests. Embrace the season and indulge in this perfect addition to your holiday table!

Ingredients

  • large anjou pear cored peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 12 tablespoons butter ()
  • 1.5 cups celery chopped
  • 1.5 cups apricot dried chopped
  • cup cranberries dried
  • tablespoons rosemary leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoon sage fresh chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • cups onion chopped
  • cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 1.5 cups prune- cut to pieces pitted chopped
  • tablespoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add pears; sprinkle with sugar. Sauté until pears are golden, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer to very large bowl; mix in cinnamon. Melt remaining 10 tablespoons butter in same skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add onions and celery; sauté until golden, about 15 minutes.
  5. Add wine and next 5 ingredients. Simmer until liquid is reduced almost to glaze and mixture is soft and moist, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  6. Mix into pears. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Reheat to lukewarm before continuing.)
  7. Mix bread and pecans into fruit mixture. Season stuffing with salt and pepper.
  8. Loosely fill main cavity and neck cavity of turkey with stuffing. Generously butter baking dish. Spoon remaining stuffing into prepared dish. Cover dish with buttered foil, buttered side down.
  9. Bake stuffing in dish — alongside turkey or while turkey is resting — until heated through, about 25 minutes. Uncover stuffing in dish.
  10. Bake until top of stuffing is slightly crisp and golden, about 15 minutes longer.
  11. Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
  12. Transfer stuffing to prepared dish.
  13. Bake uncovered until heated through, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories330kcal
Protein3.12%
Fat45.01%
Carbs51.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.44
Glycemic Load
10.18
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.049130700205%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.89mg
Delphinidin
0.62mg
Catechin
0.7mg
Epigallocatechin
0.69mg
Epicatechin
1.51mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.25mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.37mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
2.79mg
Kaempferol
0.38mg
Myricetin
0.26mg
Quercetin
12.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:330.13kcal
16.51%
Fat:17.75g
27.3%
Saturated Fat:7.8g
48.73%
Carbohydrates:46.02g
15.34%
Net Carbohydrates:39.52g
14.37%
Sugar:31.8g
35.34%
Cholesterol:30.1mg
10.03%
Sodium:105.34mg
4.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.77g
5.53%
Copper:1.8mg
89.8%
Manganese:0.68mg
33.81%
Fiber:6.5g
26.02%
Vitamin A:1187.45IU
23.75%
Vitamin K:21.12µg
20.11%
Potassium:549.92mg
15.71%
Vitamin E:1.54mg
10.29%
Magnesium:35.42mg
8.85%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.76%
Vitamin C:6.47mg
7.84%
Phosphorus:77.15mg
7.71%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.89%
Iron:1.18mg
6.56%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.1%
Vitamin B3:1.16mg
5.78%
Folate:22.46µg
5.62%
Calcium:54.7mg
5.47%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.77%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4.03%
Selenium:1.3µg
1.86%
Source:Epicurious