Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing combines onions, apples, streaky bacon, and gingerbread loaves for a unique twist on a classic dish. This recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and cook, serving 6 people.
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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Gingerbread Stuffing Recipe:
- Savory Delight: Juicy lamb meatballs are packed with rich, flavorful spices.
- Tender Texture: Perfectly cooked meatballs are tender and succulent.
- Family Favorite: A dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike.
❓ What Is Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing Recipe?
Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing is a savory dish made with onions, apples, bacon, clementine zest, and gingerbread crumbs, creating a flavorful, aromatic stuffing ideal for holiday meals.
🍞 Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing Ingredients
- 500 grams onions (3 medium onions)
- 2 eating apples (approx. 325g / 11oz, peeled and cored)
- 45 grams butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 750 grams streaky bacon
- zest of 2 clementines or 1 orange
- 800 grams good shop-bought gingerbread loaves (such as McVitie’s Jamaica) loosely crumbled
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- approx. ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
🍲How To Make Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing
- Finely chop onions and apples using a food processor or by hand. This ensures an even texture in your stuffing.
- Cook the chopped onions and apples in butter and oil over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until they’re soft. This step builds the base flavor.
- Finely chop the bacon and stir it into the softened onion and apple mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, to blend the flavors.
- Mix in the zest of clementines or satsumas for a burst of citrus flavor. It adds a fresh note to your stuffing.
- Let the mixture cool slightly before adding gingerbread crumbs, beaten eggs, and pepper. This helps the stuffing come together and prevents it from becoming too soggy.
- Place the stuffing in a buttered baking dish or stuff your turkey. Bake in a hot oven (200°C/180°C Fan/gas mark 6/400ºF) for 45 minutes. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving or slicing. Enjoy leftovers cold in a sandwich!
💭Recipe Tips
- Chop Evenly: Finely chop onions and apples for a consistent texture throughout the stuffing.
- Sauté Thoroughly: Cook onions and apples until soft in butter and oil to build a rich base flavor.
- Cool Before Mixing: Let the onion and apple mixture cool slightly to avoid soggy stuffing when adding gingerbread crumbs and eggs.
🍲 What To Serve With Gingerbread Stuffing?
Gingerbread stuffing pairs well with Italian Chicken, Ginger Ham, Fish Stew,Lamb Kofta, Chicken Tray Bake, and Sweet Potato Mac And Cheese.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Gingerbread Stuffing?
- In the Fridge: Store leftovers gingerbread stuffing in an airtight container for 3 days.
- In the Freezer: Store leftovers gingerbread stuffing in a container for 3 months.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Gingerbread Stuffing?
- In the Oven: Reheat leftovers gingerbread stuffing for 4 minutes at 350°F.
- In the Microwave: Heat leftovers gingerbread stuffing on high for 2-3 minutes.
- In the Air-Fryer: Reheat leftovers gingerbread stuffing for 8 minutes at 350°F.
FAQ’S:
What Can I Do If The Stuffing Is Too Soggy?
If the stuffing is too soggy, you can add more crumbled gingerbread to absorb excess moisture. Bake it for a few additional minutes to help it firm up. Ensure that the mixture isn’t overly wet before baking.
Can I Use Frozen Gingerbread Loaves?
Yes, you can use frozen gingerbread loaves. Just thaw them completely and crumble them into pieces before using them in the recipe.
What Should I Do If My Stuffing Sticks To The Pan?
To prevent sticking, butter the baking dish generously before adding the stuffing. If it sticks, use a spatula to gently loosen it from the edges. You can also line the dish with parchment paper for easier removal.
What Should I Do If The Stuffing Is Too Dry?
If the stuffing turns out too dry, mix in a bit of chicken or vegetable broth to moisten it. Adding a small amount of melted butter can also help restore moisture and improve texture.
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Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing Nutrition Fact
- Calories: 321.4kcal
- Carbohydrates: 30.4g
- Protein: 7.9g
- Fat: 18.8g
- Saturated Fat: 5.9g
- Cholesterol: 84.2mg
- Sodium: 489.8mg
- Potassium: 185.4mg
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 18.2g
- Calcium: 41mg
- Iron: 1.4mg
Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing
Description
Nigella Gingerbread Stuffing combines onions, apples, streaky bacon, and gingerbread loaves for a unique twist on a classic dish. This recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and cook, serving 6 people.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Finely chop onions and apples using a food processor or by hand. This ensures an even texture in your stuffing.
- Cook the chopped onions and apples in butter and oil over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until they’re soft. This step builds the base flavor.
- Finely chop the bacon and stir it into the softened onion and apple mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, to blend the flavors.
- Mix in the zest of clementines or satsumas for a burst of citrus flavor. It adds a fresh note to your stuffing.
- Let the mixture cool slightly before adding gingerbread crumbs, beaten eggs, and pepper. This helps the stuffing come together and prevents it from becoming too soggy.
- Place the stuffing in a buttered baking dish or stuff your turkey. Bake in a hot oven (200°C/180°C Fan/gas mark 6/400ºF) for 45 minutes. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving or slicing. Enjoy leftovers cold in a sandwich!
Notes
- Chop Evenly: Finely chop onions and apples for a consistent texture throughout the stuffing.
Sauté Thoroughly: Cook onions and apples until soft in butter and oil to build a rich base flavor.
Cool Before Mixing: Let the onion and apple mixture cool slightly to avoid soggy stuffing when adding gingerbread crumbs and eggs.