Herb-Infused Apple and Mushroom Stuffing

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A fragrant, moist stuffing with diced apples, mushrooms, and fresh herbs, baked to golden perfection for a seasonal side. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs Day-old bread, Butter, Shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 8 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Melt 3 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add 1/2 cup finely chopped shallot and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 cup chopped cremini mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until golden and moisture evaporates. Stir in 1 medium diced apple (about 1 cup), 2 tbsp fresh thyme, 2 tbsp fresh sage, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, cooking for 2 minutes until apple is slightly softened.
  3. Step 3: Place 8 oz cubed day-old bread in a large bowl, add the mushroom mixture, and pour in 1 cup vegetable broth. Toss until bread is evenly moistened and no dry spots remain.
  4. Step 4: Transfer to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 5-10 minutes longer until top is golden and crisp.

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