Crucian Potato Stuffing

Discover the heartwarming flavors of Caribbean-inspired cuisine with this Crucian Potato Stuffing, a unique side dish that redefines comfort food. Combining creamy mashed Russet potatoes with a medley of sautéed vegetables, fragrant spices like cinnamon and clove, and the sweet touch of raisins, this dish is a delightful balance of savory and sweet. Enhanced with fresh thyme and a hint of brown sugar, each bite is rich in depth and warmth. Topped with breadcrumbs for a subtle crunch and baked to perfection, this stuffing makes an irresistible accompaniment to your favorite roasted meats or hearty vegetarian mains. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an easy-to-prepare dish perfect for holiday feasts or cozy weeknight dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 stalks Celery
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground clove
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Vegetable stock
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 2

While the potatoes cook, finely dice the onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, thyme, cinnamon, clove, and brown sugar to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the raisins and cook for another minute. Remove from heat and set the vegetable mixture aside.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them until smooth using a potato masher or ricer.

Step 7

Stir the vegetable mixture into the mashed potatoes. Add the salt, black pepper, vegetable stock, and breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 9

Transfer the potato stuffing mixture to the baking dish and use the back of a spoon to smooth the surface evenly.

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the top to brown slightly.

Step 11

Garnish the potato stuffing with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as a flavorful side dish to accompany your favorite main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1832.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2389.0

Total Fat 55.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 4425.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 446.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 92.5g
Protein 57.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 403.4mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 8100.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.7%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 71.1%