Chestnut Stuffing

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 70 min
Servings: 16
Yield: 16 servings

Description

This savory chestnut stuffing with onion and seasonings has a delicious and unique flavor. This family recipe is sure to be a hit on any Thanksgiving table.

Ingredients

2 cups chestnuts
1 1/2 cups margarine
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (1 pound) loaves day-old bread, cubed
3 large eggs
1/4 cup milk

Directions

1 Cut slits in the surface of chestnuts with a sharp knife. Place chestnuts in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain, peel, and chop.
2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3 Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in chestnuts, onion, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook until onions are tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a medium baking dish and mix with cubed bread.
4 Beat together eggs and milk in a small bowl. Drizzle over cubed bread mixture.
5 Bake in the preheated oven until the surface is crisp and lightly browned, 30 to 45 minutes.