Author Notes
My father was not a southern dressing fan. He preferred stuffing and in particular this Chestnut Stuffing. I've no idea where this recipe came from -- probably on the back of a Ritz Cracker box! But without a doubt it is delicious. —SweetTea
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Ingredients
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1
large box ritz crackers
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1/2 pound
fresh chestnuts
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1/2 cup
diced onion
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1 1/2 cups
diced celery with leaves
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1
large carrot, peeled and grated
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1 tablespoon
minced fresh parsley
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1 cup
cold water
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2
eggs, beaten
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1 teaspoon
salt
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1 teaspoon
pepper
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knobs of butter
Directions
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To prepare the chestnuts and facilitate removal of the shell, use a sharp knife to slice a large X along the flat side of each chestnut. Place on a baking tray in a 400F (200C) oven for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, let cool enough to handle them. Peel and chop; set aside.
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Using a food processor, a blender, or a large pan and a rolling pin, crush all the crackers from the box until finely crushed. Put in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
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In a large skillet, melt a couple knobs of butter. Add the celery, and onion and cook until soft but not brown. You may need to add a bit more butter.
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Add the celery and onion to the cracker mixture and mix well.
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To the cracker mixture add the grated carrot, chopped chestnuts, parsley, water, egg and seasonings. Mix well.
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Stuff the turkey, capon, or roasting hen lightly, truss and bake.
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