Pancetta chestnut prune stuffing recipe

Pancetta Chestnut Prune Stuffing recipe

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This Pancetta Chestnut Prune Stuffing recipe is a delightful twist on traditional holiday stuffing. The combination of crispy pancetta, rich chestnuts, and sweet prunes creates a deliciously savory and slightly sweet flavor profile. This recipe is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. Serve it alongside roasted turkey or chicken for a truly memorable meal.

Keywords: Pancetta, Chestnut, Prune, Stuffing, Holiday

Pancetta chestnut prune stuffing recipe details

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Ingredients

700 g	bread, diced
500 g	pancetta, cubed
230 g	butter, unsalted
4 stalks	celery, diced
4 medium	onions, chopped
2 tbsp	fresh sage, chopped
	salt and pepper, to taste
400 g	chestnuts, halved
450 g	prunes, chopped
1 l	turkey broth
4 medium	eggs

Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C.

Arrange bread cubes in a single layer in 2 large shallow baking pans and toast, stirring once or twice, until golden and dry, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.

Cook pancetta in a saucepan in oil until browned, 12-15 minutes. Add butter and heat until melted, then add celery and onions and sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 12 minutes. Stir in sage and season with salt and pepper. Add pancetta mixture along with chestnuts and prunes to bowl containing the bread.

Whisk together broth and eggs, then stir into bread mixture until combined well. Transfer to baking dish and bake, loosely covered with a buttered foil for 30 minutes. Then remove foil and bake until top is browned, 10-15 minutes more.

Preparation time:
ca. 40 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a