Better-than-Boxed Vegan and Gluten-Free Stuffing

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup chopped almonds
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup chopped almonds
• ¼ cup chopped dried cranberries
• ¼ cup chopped dried apricots
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 2 cups chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 cups gluten-free bread cubes
• 3 cups vegetable broth

Preparation Time:

1 hour

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spread nuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove nuts from the oven and let cool.
4. In a large bowl, combine cranberries, apricots, celery, carrots, onion, olive oil, sage, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and salt.
5. Add toasted nuts and bread cubes to the bowl and stir until combined.
6. Pour vegetable broth over the mixture and stir until evenly moistened.
7. Pour the stuffing into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Protein: 5 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Fat: 12 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Vegan
• Gluten-free
• Savory and herbaceous
• Moist and flavorful
• Ideal for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner

User Comments:

• "This stuffing is so delicious, I couldn't believe it was vegan and gluten-free!"
• "The toasted nuts add a wonderful depth of flavor."
• "I love that it's so easy to make, even for beginners."
• "The perfect side dish for any holiday meal."
• "I highly recommend trying this stuffing."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use gluten-free bread cubes if you have a gluten allergy or intolerance.
• If you don't have any dried cranberries or apricots, you can use fresh or frozen cranberries or apricots instead.
• This stuffing can be prepared ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
• Leftover stuffing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.