Plant-Based Holiday Stuffing with Mushrooms, Cranberries, and Herbs

Name: Plant-Based Holiday Stuffing with Mushrooms, Cranberries, and Herbs
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz Cranberry; 1.5 tsp Dried Rosemary; 2.5 tsp Dried Sage; 0.5 tsp Dried Thyme; 0.33 cup Fresh Parsley; 1 loaf Gluten-Free Bread; 1 cup Granny Smith Apple; 1.5 cups Mushrooms; 0 pinch Salt & Pepper; 1.25 cups Sweet Onion; 2 tbsp Vegan Butter; 1.5 cups Vegetable Broth

Side Dish 🥗 American Low-Carb Sugar-Free Heart-Healthy ❤️Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free Vegetarian 🥦Vegan 🌱Plant-Based 🌻Halal 🕌Kosher ✡️Pescatarian 🐟

Plant-Based Holiday Stuffing with Mushrooms, Cranberries, and Herbs marries earthy mushrooms and sweet onions with tart cranberries and crisp apple for a bright, aromatic bite. Gluten-free brown rice bread soaks up herby sage, rosemary, and thyme, creating a tender yet toasty texture perfect for the holiday table or any cozy fall dinner.

Prep30 mins
Cook1 hr 15 mins
Serves10
DifficultyMedium

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
2

Spread the bread cubes on the prepared baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven until fragrant and lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, leaving it on. Let the bread cool, then transfer it to a large bowl.
3

While the bread toasts, melt 2 tablespoons margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and onions. Cook until the onions are slightly translucent, about 5 minutes. Add a splash of vegetable broth if moisture is needed. Add the sage, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon until combined, about 2 minutes more.
4

Pour the mushroom mixture into the bowl with the toasted bread. Toss to distribute evenly. Pour 6 tablespoons melted margarine and vegan broth over the mixture. Add the cranberries, apple, and parsley. Mix thoroughly but gently. Spread the stuffing into a casserole dish and cover with aluminum foil.
5

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes; check at 25 minutes to prevent burning. Uncover and stir gently. Continue baking until the top is browned, about 15 minutes more. Allow to cool slightly before serving.