Vegan Stuffing for Eight

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Bread cubes: 500g
2. Celery: 1 bunch, chopped
3. Carrots: 2 medium, diced
4. Onion: 1 large, chopped
5. Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
6. Vegan chicken-style seasoning: 2 teaspoons
7. Dried herbs (e.g., oregano, thyme): 1 teaspoon each
8. Vegetable broth: 2 cups
9. Extra-virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, chopped celery, diced carrots, and chopped onion.
3. In a separate pan, heat olive oil and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
4. Add the vegan chicken-style seasoning and dried herbs to the garlic mixture. Stir well.
5. Pour the vegetable broth into the bread mixture and toss to combine all ingredients.
6. Transfer the stuffing into a baking dish and bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on top.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used)

• Calories: Approximately 350 calories per serving (assuming no additional oil or salt)
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 10g (most of it from olive oil)

Dish Characteristics:

• Vegan-friendly
• Herby and flavorful stuffing with a crisp outer crust and soft bread cubes inside
• A traditional American side dish that is perfect for any occasion, especially holidays or special meals.

User Comments:

1. "This vegan stuffing is amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect." - John Doe, New York City, USA
2. "I love how crispy the top layer gets when baking. It adds a great crunch to the overall texture." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles, USA
3. "I've never tried making my own stuffing before, but this recipe made it so easy and tasty." - Michael Johnson, San Francisco, USA

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh bread cubes for best results; they will absorb the flavors better than pre-sliced bread or breadcrumbs.
• Adjust the seasoning according to personal preference; you can add more vegan chicken-style seasoning or other dried herbs if desired.