Chestnut Stuffing
Chestnut Stuffing is the ideal accompaniment to your turkey Christmas Dinner. Why not pair it with a low-fat Bread Sauce?
Serves 8
Per serving 85 calories, 0.8g fat
Preparation time 25 minutes
Cooking time 20 – 25 minutes
Ingredients
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
115g (4oz) fresh breadcrumbs
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
115g (4oz) peeled chestnuts, finely chopped
1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
300ml (1⁄2 pint) hot chicken stock
black pepper to taste
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C, 350°F, Gas Mark 4.
- Place the onion, garlic, breadcrumbs and herbs in a mixing bowl. Add the chestnuts and lemon zest. Pour in the chicken stock and allow to stand for 10 minutes.
- Mould into golf-ball-sized pieces and place on a non-stick baking tray.
- Bake in the oven for 20 – 25 minutes until brown and crisp.