Ingredients
5 cups cubed bread
1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced medium (about 5 cups)
4–5 apples (use your favorite kind), peeled, cored, and diced large (about 5 cups)
1 large red onion, sliced
3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup dry cranberries
3 cups vegetable or no-chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish or casserole dish with a little olive oil.
- Prepare the Vegetables and Fruit: Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced butternut squash and sliced red onion. Sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender and the onions are softened. Add the diced apples, maple syrup, curry powder, turmeric, and salt. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the apples begin to soften.
- Combine with Bread and Cranberries: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, sautéed vegetable and apple mixture, and dry cranberries. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add the Broth: Pour the vegetable broth over the bread mixture and stir gently to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid. If necessary, add a little more broth until the mixture is moist but not too soggy.
- Bake the Stuffing: Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the stuffing from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through. Individual portions can also be reheated in the microwave.
For extra crunch, you can add chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds.
If you’re not a fan of apples, you can substitute with pears or increase the amount of butternut squash for a more savory stuffing.
If you prefer a spicier stuffing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or more red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
