Introduction
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and we all know what that means: turkey time! But let’s be honest, the turkey is not the only star of the show. The stuffing plays a pretty important role too. If you’re looking to switch things up this year, why not try a ground beef stuffing for your turkey? This recipe is easy to make and adds a delicious twist to your traditional Thanksgiving meal.
Ingredients
To make this ground beef stuffing, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 loaf of bread, cubed and toasted
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. 2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat from the skillet. 3. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrots to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender. 4. Add the thyme, rosemary, sage, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed. 5. Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and stir until everything is well combined. 6. Add the dried cranberries and chopped pecans to the skillet. Stir until they are evenly distributed. 7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes and the ground beef mixture. Stir until everything is well combined. 8. Spray a large baking dish with cooking spray. Transfer the stuffing mixture to the baking dish. 9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. 10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown on top.
Nutrition
This ground beef stuffing recipe serves 8 people. Each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 355
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 665mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 36g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 14g
- Protein: 17g
Conclusion
This ground beef stuffing recipe is sure to be a hit at your Thanksgiving table. The combination of savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and sweet cranberries and pecans is simply irresistible. Plus, it’s a great way to switch up your traditional stuffing recipe. Give it a try this year and watch as your guests go back for seconds (and maybe even thirds!).
