Rustic Bread Stuffing with Red Mustard Greens, Currants, and Pine Nuts
Rustic Bread Stuffing with Red Mustard Greens, Currants, and Pine Nuts is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 375°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPosition rack in center of oven and preheat to 375°F.
Cut bottom crust and short ends off bread and discard.
Cut bread into 3/4- inch cubes; place in large bowl.
Whisk oil and pressed garlic clove in small bowl.
Add to bread cubes; toss to coat.
Spread bread cubes in single layer on large rimmed baking sheet; sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper.
Bake until slightly crunchy, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
Cool slightly, then return to same large bowl.
Generously butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
Add pine nuts; stir until golden, about 2 minutes.
Add to bowl with bread cubes.
Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter in same skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onions; sauté until brown, about 10 minutes.
Add mustard greens, thyme, and minced garlic; sauté until greens are wilted and tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
Transfer to bowl with bread cubes.
Add 2 cups stock to same skillet; boil until reduced to 1 cup, about 5 minutes.
Pour stock over bread mixture and toss.
Mix in currants and lemon peel.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Transfer stuffing to prepared baking dish.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 6 hours ahead.
Cover; chill.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Bake stuffing uncovered until heated through and starting to brown on top, 20 to 30 minutes.
Let stand 5 minutes and serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.