Ingredients for - Lemony Mushroom-and-Pine-Nut Stuffing Muffins

1. 1 c. pine nuts
2. 1 loaf brioche
3. 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
4. 1 medium red onion
5. 1 celery rib
6. 1 lb. assorted mushrooms — such as shiitake, oysters, and chanterelles
7. Kosher salt
8. Freshly ground pepper
9. 1 c. heavy cream
10. 2 large eggs
11. 1/2 c. chicken stock or low-sodium broth
12. Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
13. Juice of 2 lemons
14. 1 c. chopped parsley

How to cook deliciously - Lemony Mushroom-and-Pine-Nut Stuffing Muffins

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Generously butter a 12-cup muffin tin. Spread the pine nuts in a pie plate. Toast the nuts for about 4 minutes, until golden.

2 . Stage

Spread the brioche cubes on 2 large baking sheets. Bake for about 15 minutes, until toasted. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool. Increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees F.

3 . Stage

In a large skillet, heat the oil. Add the onion and celery and cook over moderate heat until softened, 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring, until the mushrooms are tender and browned, 7 minutes. Let cool, then add to the brioche.

4 . Stage

In a medium bowl, whisk the cream with the eggs. Stir in the stock, lemon zest and juice, and 2 teaspoons of salt. Add to the brioche along with the parsley and toasted pine nuts and stir well. Spoon the stuffing into the prepared muffin cups. Bake in the upper third of the oven for about 45 minutes, until crisp on top and heated through. Unmold and serve hot. Looking for party-ready recipes? Try our top guacamole recipes, birthday cakes, or punch recipes.