Cooking watery or fibrous root vegetables like celery roots, turnips, carrots, rutabagas, and beets with a little white rice ensures that they will be exceptionally creamy and have a very pure flavor.
With this stuffing you could skip the turkey. Yes, it's a long list of ingredients, but this is a winner. Our old friend Herman Merkin mastered this mix. He brought it to our first married Thanksgiving. We've been making it ever since.
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Did you ever eat succotash made from fresh ingredients?
When leeks and carrots are moistened with minced mushrooms, sealed in packets, and baked in their aromatic juices, a new richness emerges. Quickly assembled, the colorful, tender mélange is peppery, sweet, and woodsy. Pop into the oven while a roast rests, or bake alongside whole fish. Very simple, very special.
Serve as a starter with bread for dipping or as a side dish for grilled foods. Use local organic ingredients if possible.
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