Delicata Squash, Sage and Pancetta Stuffing

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    2 hrs 30 mins

  • Total Time

    3 hrs 10 mins

  • Servings

    8 people

  • Calories

    473 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Delicata Squash, Sage and Pancetta Stuffing

Delicata Squash, Sage and Pancetta Stuffing is a classic stuffing, updated. It has the flavor of the original with the addition of sweet squash, salty pancetta and nutty brown butter. A crowd pleaser for sure!  

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Ingredients

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  • 13 cups crusty Italian bread, torn into 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch pieces SEE NOTE!!!!
  • 3 cups roughly chopped delicata squash (skin on)
  • 3 tsp olive oil
  • 2 1/2 tsp salt, divided
  • 8 oz diced pancetta see note
  • 10 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cups diced onion
  • 1 1/2 cups diced celery
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage
  • 1 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
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Instructions

  1. The day before: Tear bread into 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch pieces. Lay out on a baking sheet and let dry out for 24 hours. 
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss chopped squash with olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Roast until golden brown and slightly soft. You don't want them too soft, because they will cook again in the stuffing. 
  3. Reduce heat to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x12 baking dish. Add dried bread to a very large bowl., Cook pancetta until crisp in a large skillet. Pour the pancetta along with any accumulated fat over the bread. Wipe the pan clean. 
  4. Add 4 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Once it's melted, add the onion, celery, sage and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Sweat until slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes. Again, they don't need to be mush, as they will continue to cook in the oven. In the last 30 seconds of cooking, add the poultry seasoning. Pour mixture over bread. Wipe the pan clean. 
  5. Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Turn the heat on medium-high. Let the butter melt and once it begins to turn brown, swirl the pan. Continue to swirl the pan until the butter becomes a deep brown color and smells nutty. Turn the heat off and pour the butter over the vegetables and bread. Add 1/4 cup of the chicken stock to the pan, and use a wooden spoon to get all the brown bits up. Pour over bread and vegetables. 
  6. Add 1 1/2 cups chicken stock to a liquid measuring cup. Add eggs. Whisk until eggs are completely combined. Pour over bread and veggies. Add remaining 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup chicken stock and roasted squash. Toss GENTLY until combined. Season to taste with salt, pepper and poultry seasoning.
  7. Pour stuffing into prepared baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake another 35-40 minutes or until the stuffing is golden brown on top. 

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 473kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 31g (48%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 112mg (37%) Sodium 1299mg (54%) Potassium 526mg (15%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 1218IU (24%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 115mg (12%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 473 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 473kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 31g 48%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 112mg 37%
Sodium 1299mg 54%
Potassium 526mg 11%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 1218IU 24%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 115mg 12%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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