Get ready to elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this delightful Soft Pretzel Thanksgiving Stuffing! This stuffing is not only packed with flavor but also has a fun twist with soft pretzels that bring a unique texture and taste.
Tips for Success
Make sure to toast your pretzel cubes until they're just dried out for the best results. This part’s so satisfying, and it really helps the flavors meld together!
Why You'll Love It
This stuffing is a fantastic blend of savory veggies and aromatic herbs, all soaked in rich broth, making it the perfect side dish to complement your turkey. Trust me, you’ll love it!
Ingredients
- Pretzel Base:
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Instructions
- Prepare the Pretzels:
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Step 1- Toast the Pretzels: Preheat oven to 300°F. Place cubed pretzels on a large sheet pan. Toast in the oven for 20 minutes, tossing them halfway through, until dried out but not hard. Set aside to cool.
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Step 2- Prepare the Baking Dish: Increase oven temperature to 350°F. Grease a 2-quart casserole pan or 9 by 13-inch pan with butter or non-stick spray.
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Step 3- Cook the Vegetables: While the pretzels toast in the oven, heat a large sauté pan over medium heat and melt the butter. Add onions, celery, and carrots to butter and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook an additional 4 minutes. Add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper, and cook 1 more minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Step 4- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooled, toasted pretzel cubes with cooked vegetables, tossing so the pretzels are coated in the butter. Gradually stir in chicken stock to mixture. Add red wine vinegar, Worcestershire, and egg, and mix.
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Step 5- Bake the Stuffing: Pour stuffing into the greased casserole dish. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250, Fat: 15g, Carbs: 30g, Protein: 5g
Cooking techniques
Sautéing the vegetables enhances their flavors and creates a delicious base for the stuffing. Toasting the pretzels adds a delightful crunch and prevents them from becoming soggy.
Variations or substitutions
Feel free to use different herbs like sage or parsley based on your preference. You can also substitute the vegetables with your favorites, such as bell peppers or zucchini.
Storage tips
Store any leftover stuffing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, ensure that the stock used is vegetable-based and skip the Worcestershire sauce or use a vegetarian version.
