It may seem weird to make this versatile mushroom stuffing now, but did you know it is a great way to keep your gut healthy?
Instead of looking for complicated meals, try this mushroom dish and you’ll see the benefits pretty quickly.
This Versatile Mushroom Stuffing Will Become a Family Favorite
Nothing better for your gut than some mushrooms!
Mushrooms are a good source of soluble fiber. This is beneficial for lowering blood cholesterol and sugar.
However, mushrooms are also a good source of complex carbohydrates. These include chitin, hemicellulose, β and α-glucans, mannans, xylans, and galactans. These compounds are considered highly prebiotic, which means that they promote healthy bacteria in your gut.
Giving your gut microbiota food that allows for better balance and good microbial growth. These microbes can help break down food, increase stool, and promote bowel movements.
On top of all that, mushrooms are a great source of B vitamins, vitamin E, potassium, and copper. These all help your body function better and reduce the risk of inflammation in the gut and elsewhere.
Adding onions and garlic helps your gut too!
As with mushrooms, onions and garlic are great vegetables high in complex carbohydrates.
They are considered powerful prebiotics that regulate your gut microbiota and increase the absorption of nutrients.
Let’s talk about herbs now
This versatile mushroom stuffing is a great source of herbs as well. Sage and thyme are considered healthy herbs that provide antimicrobial properties.
These two herbs contain vitamin K, magnesium, copper, zinc, and vitamin E. These are all good nutrients but also strong antioxidants that lower inflammation and fight off free radicals.
And what about the pecans?
That’s a great question! Pecans are a very healthy nut and good for your heart too.
If you want a good protein source with healthy fats, pecans are for you. Especially considering that they are full of omega 3 and 6, which promote heart health.
So, does this versatile mushroom stuffing still seem like an odd choice? Make it soon and get better gut health!
Versatile Mushroom Stuffing
Ingredients
1/2 cup (64 g) uncooked wild rice
4 cups (512 g) cubed day-old French bread
1/2 cup (64 g) butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups (384 g) fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 tsp sage
1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves, crushed
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth, from giblet boil
1/2 cup (64 g) chopped pecans
Directions
- To start, preheat the oven 350 F (180 C).
- Cook the rice according to the package.
- Prepare a baking sheet and lay the bread cubes.
- Make sure to place it 5 inches away from the heat source. Allow them to cook for 2 min. Set aside to cool down.
- Heat in butter in a pan over medium heat. Saute garlic and onion for 4 min.
- Add in the mushrooms and allow it to cook for 4 min.
- Then you can add in the sage with thyme, and season it with a pinch of salt and pepper. Let them cook for 1 min.
- Pour in the broth, and stir in pecans and bread cubes. Then transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Cover it using a peace of foil. Then bake it for 45 min.
- Best served warm with some turkey and chicken roast.
- Enjoy!
