Rye Bread and Mushroom Stuffing (Rukkileiva ja seenetäidis)

Rukkileiva ja seenetäidis, or Rye Bread and Mushroom Stuffing, is a classic dish in Estonian cuisine. This hearty and flavorful stuffing is perfect for filling vegetables, serving as a side dish, or enjoying on its own.

Rye Bread and Mushroom Stuffing (Rukkileiva ja seenetäidis)

Ingredients

  • 4 slices of rye bread, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 250g mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and become golden brown.
  4. Stir in the dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add the cubed rye bread and vegetable broth, and mix well to combine.
  6. Cover the skillet and let the stuffing cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bread is soft and the flavors are well combined.
  7. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large skillet Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon

Tools

Cooking pot Cover for the skillet

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the rukkileiva ja seenetäidis as a side dish with roasted meats or as a filling for bell peppers or squash.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For added flavor, you can sprinkle some fresh parsley over the stuffing before serving.

Cost

$8