Vegetable Stuffing for Cornish Game Hens
Transform your Cornish game hens into an elegant centerpiece with this savory vegetable stuffing, packed with wholesome flavors and satisfying textures. Sautéed onions, celery, carrots, garlic, and mushrooms are perfectly seasoned with fresh parsley, thyme, and a hint of sage, creating an aromatic base that pairs beautifully with tender, cubed day-old bread. A touch of vegetable broth ties everything together, making the stuffing moist yet never soggy. Perfect as a flavorful filling for roasted game hens or baked on its own as a delectable side dish, this recipe is quick to prepare in under 45 minutes and highlights fresh ingredients for a homestyle touch. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner or a festive holiday feast, this vegetable stuffing promises to elevate your meal with comforting taste and rustic charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 large large carrot, peeled and diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup button mushrooms, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and sizzling.
Add the diced onion, celery, and carrot to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced mushrooms. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the mushrooms release their moisture and the mixture becomes fragrant.
Add the chopped parsley, thyme, dried sage, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 1 more minute.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cubed bread until evenly mixed with the vegetable mixture.
Gradually add the vegetable broth, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, stirring after each addition until the bread becomes slightly moist but not soggy.
Let the stuffing cool before using it to stuff your Cornish game hens. Alternatively, bake the stuffing separately by placing it in a greased baking dish and cooking at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes or until heated through and lightly crispy on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.3 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 6525 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 402.8 g | 146% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.7 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.8 g | ||
| Protein | 85.4 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 643 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 27.6 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 2692 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
