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Homemade Turkey Stuffing

Posted by Chef at The Food Channel®

from The Kitchens of The Food ChannelFrom The Kitchens of The Food Channel
Homemade Turkey Stuffing
  • Prep Time:
  • Cook Time:45 minutes
  • Serves:8
 

This is a traditional and very indulgent stuffing. Roasted turkey stock, plenty of real butter and fresh herbs give it a natural flavor and the combination of different breads gives it subtly complex flavor and textures.

Why try? This recipe is almost as easy as opening a box of convenience dressing with the unnatural dried spice flavors – so why not make your own?

Foodie Byte: This traditional recipe can be varied by adding a couple of chopped apples or some chopped toasted nuts. Never throw 3 or 4 day old bread away in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving – bag it, freeze it and don’t be afraid to use 2 or 3 different breads. In this recipe we used Italian bread, sour dough and cornbread to add dimension and flavor complexity.

 

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Corn bread, diced
  • 8 cups rustic bread with crust, diced or torn
  • 1/2 pound (2 sticks) butter, unsalted
  • 2 1/2 cups (2 - 3 onions) yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups (2 – 3 stalks) celery, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 2 to 3 cups chicken or turkey stock

Preparation

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast bread cubes on baking sheets until slightly crusty, approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Cool and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • 2
    In a large heavy sauté pan, melt butter and sauté onions and celery on medium heat until vegetables are tender.
  • 3
    Add herbs and sauté for an additional minute.
  • 4
    Combine vegetable mixture with bread, seasonings and stock.
  • 5
    Transfer to a deep buttered baking dish.
  • 6
    Bake for 45 minutes uncovered until stuffing is hot and crusty on the top.

Additional Info

Related Recipes:
“Lemon Herb Salted Turkey >>”:http://www.foodchannel.com/recipes/1577-lemon-herb-salted-turkey-and-golden-roasted-turkey-stock
“Apple-Herb Turkey Gravy >>”:http://www.foodchannel.com/recipes/1578-simple-homemade-apple-herb-turkey-gravy

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