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Easy Crockpot Cranberry Pecan Stuffing Recipe with Fresh Herbs for Perfect Holiday Meals

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A simple, flavorful stuffing made in a crockpot featuring day-old bread, fresh herbs, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans. Perfect for holiday meals and cozy dinners with a moist interior and crispy top.

Ingredients

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  • 10 cups day-old bread, cubed (preferably French bread or sourdough)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cube about 10 cups (roughly 14 ounces or 400 grams) of day-old bread into 1-inch pieces. If bread is fresh, toast cubes in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to dry slightly.
  2. Toast 1 cup chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and chopped celery; cook about 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in fresh sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to release herb aromas.
  5. Transfer sautéed mixture to a large bowl. Add bread cubes, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and chicken broth. Toss gently to combine, ensuring bread is moistened but not soggy.
  6. Lightly grease crockpot insert or spray with nonstick spray. Pour stuffing mixture in and spread evenly.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours. Avoid stirring to allow a crispy top to form. Check after 3 hours; stuffing should be firm but moist with golden edges.
  8. For a crispier top, uncover crockpot during last 20 minutes or transfer stuffing to a baking dish and broil for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully.
  9. Serve warm, fluffing gently with a fork to showcase the mix of soft bread, crunchy pecans, and juicy cranberries.

Notes

Use day-old or toasted bread to avoid sogginess. Toast pecans to enhance flavor. Use fresh herbs for best aroma and taste; if using dried, halve the quantity. Avoid stirring during cooking to maintain crispy top. Adjust broth quantity if stuffing seems dry. Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight before cooking. For a crispier top, broil after slow cooking.

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