Croissant Stuffing Holiday Side (Print Version)

Buttery croissants and fresh herbs create a deliciously unique holiday side to accompany your favorite main.

# Ingredients:

→ Bread

01 - 6 large croissants, preferably stale or day-old, torn into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables

02 - 240 ml onion, diced
03 - 240 ml celery, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy & Liquids

05 - 240 ml heavy cream
06 - 240 ml vegetable broth
07 - 2 large eggs

→ Herbs & Seasoning

08 - 15 ml fresh thyme, chopped
09 - 15 ml fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly grease a 23x33 cm baking dish.
02 - Tear croissants into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
03 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, approximately 5-7 minutes.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, vegetable broth, eggs, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
05 - Add the sautéed vegetables to the bowl with croissant pieces. Pour the cream mixture over. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all pieces are coated.
06 - Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
07 - Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and the stuffing is set.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Mix in sautéed mushrooms or cooked sausage for additional depth of flavor.
02 - This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine or a light-bodied red.