Dietitians Dish – November 16, 2020
Thanksgiving Dinner in 2020…
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The focus for many these days is how to stay healthy and still enjoy the holidays! For some, they won’t be the same with a smaller group or just immediate family around the Thanksgiving dinner table. But, that doesn’t mean you have to skip the fanfare of a grand meal. To stay connected, plan a virtual holiday dinner.
Try a new recipe for a traditional side dish – stuffing is one that lends itself to including more fruits and veggies in flavorful ways.
Instead of the same old stuffing, why not sweeten it up a bit? The flavors and textures of the added fruit, veggies, and nuts will make this a hit!
And, if your group is smaller, there’s many advantages:
• You can test out a new recipe without worrying about feedback from a whole group.
• You’ll have plenty of leftovers to freeze for another time.
• It’s a great opportunity to waste less by planning future meals.
• You’ll have plenty of leftovers to freeze for another time.
• It’s a great opportunity to waste less by planning future meals.
Pear – Walnut Stuffing
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Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 Bartlett pears, peeled, cored and chopped
- 1 cup toasted walnut pieces
- 2 Tbsps. chopped fresh sage
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 1 package (12 ounces) unseasoned, cubed stuffing
- 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup reduced sugar dried cranberries
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Spray 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, carrot and onion; cook 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add pears, walnuts, sage, thyme, salt and pepper; cook 5 minutesor until pears soften, stirring occasionally.
- In large bowl, gently combine stuffing, broth, cranberries and vegetable mixture; transfer to prepared dish and cover with aluminum foil. Bake stuffing 30 minutes; remove foil. Bake 15 minutes or until top is golden brown.