Fresh Sage and Portobello Mushroom Dressing

By AzWench

Nothing says dressing like sage, this is a wonderful dressing, if you cannot find black quinoa, use red or white, the black is so dramatic, that is why I use it.

Ingredients

• 8 cups cubed bread (like a whole wheat baguette)
• 2 cups cooked black quinoa
• 1/2 lb. bacon, diced
• 3 stalks celery, diced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 Portobello mushrooms, sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup Xagave
• Balsamic vinegar, splash
• 1/2 bundle fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup each of fresh sage, thyme, and marjoram (or oregano)
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons pepper
• 3 to 5 cups chicken or turkey stock

Preparation

Step 1

In a hot skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Add the onion and cook until tender. Add mushrooms, olive oil, xagave, and a splash of the balsamic vinegar. Sauté everything until tender.

In a large bowl add the remaining ingredients with the bread. Toss with cooked ingredients.

Place in a large baking dish and bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes.