Crunchy Breadcrumb Dressing with Prunes

Crunchy Breadcrumb Dressing with Prunes
Crunchy Breadcrumb Dressing with Prunes
To make the breadcrumbs, tear up a day-old baguette or some crusty country bread and pulse it in a food processor until the crumbs are coarse. If you end up with more than you need, freeze the surplus in an airtight container.
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  • Served Person: Makes 16 servings
Food Processor Brunch Side Easter Quick & Easy Dinner Stuffing/Dressing Prune Bacon Low Cholesterol Breadcrumbs Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Carbohydrate 26 g(9%)
  • Cholesterol 2 mg(1%)
  • Fat 13 g(20%)
  • Fiber 2 g(9%)
  • Protein 4 g(9%)
  • Saturated Fat 2 g(11%)
  • Sodium 224 mg(9%)
  • Calories 237

Preparation Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 3-5 minutes. Add onion and cook until just soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in breadcrumbs, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Toast, stirring often, until breadcrumbs are golden, 4-5 minutes. Add prunes and cook, stirring often, until breadcrumbs are deep golden brown and crisp, 3-4 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Preparation Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 3-5 minutes. Add onion and cook until just soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in breadcrumbs, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Toast, stirring often, until breadcrumbs are golden, 4-5 minutes. Add prunes and cook, stirring often, until breadcrumbs are deep golden brown and crisp, 3-4 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm.