Description
A delicious and festive Apple Cranberry Walnut Stuffing made with seasoned stuffing cubes, fresh apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, all baked to a golden, crisp perfection. This savory side dish combines the sweetness of apples and cranberries with the earthiness of walnuts and sage, perfect for holiday meals or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 bag halal-certified seasoned stuffing cubes (12–14 oz)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
- 1 cup fresh cranberries or ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 2 cups halal turkey or chicken stock, or vegetable stock
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Sauté Vegetables: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced shallots and celery and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Then, add the diced apples and dried sage, cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Combine Stuffing Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss the seasoned stuffing cubes with the sautéed shallots, celery, apple, sage mixture, cranberries, and chopped walnuts. Gradually pour in the halal turkey, chicken, or vegetable stock, tossing continuously until the bread cubes are evenly moistened. Season with salt and black pepper according to taste.
- Bake the Stuffing: Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the top is crisp and golden brown.
Notes
- Gradually add the stock because stuffing cubes vary in absorbency; you want the mixture moist but not soggy.
- You can substitute dried cranberries if fresh are unavailable, but adjust quantities accordingly.
- The butter, shallots, and celery sauté adds depth, so don’t skip or substitute with oil for best flavor.
- Ensure the baking dish is well greased to prevent sticking.
- This stuffing is versatile and can be served alongside any poultry, or as a vegetarian side when using vegetable stock.