THANKSGIVING DRESSING
The question has dogged Thanksgiving cooks practically since Norman Rockwell painted "Freedom From Want" in 1942 and transformed the harvest feast into an American ideal: Is it stuffing or dressing? Grandmother knows: it is stuffing only if it is cooked inside the bird. Otherwise it is dressing. This classic version, made with bread, celery, onions, apples, chestnuts, thyme and sage, is relatively simple to execute. It would do well at almost any time of the year as an accompaniment to roast chicken or pork. Crucial is the copious use of turkey broth, or a good chicken broth, to help meld the flavors together. Also necessary is an understanding that the cooking should last long enough to crisp the exterior without burning it, while not going on so long as to dry out the dish. When in doubt, add a splash more broth.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, celery, apples, chestnuts, salt, pepper, thyme, sage, Worcestershire and hot-pepper sauce. Cook, stirring, until vegetables have softened and herbs wilted, approximately 5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Add the bread, beaten eggs, parsley and enough broth so the dressing is well moistened. Blend well and check for seasoning.
- Grease a baking dish with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and put dressing in it. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until the top is beginning to brown. Check to make sure interior is moist. If not, add some more broth and return to oven for 5 to 10 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 287, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 486 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Ali Tektikr
[email protected]I've been making this dressing for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of savory and sweet.
Layla Nelson
[email protected]This dressing is the perfect side dish for any holiday meal. It's flavorful, moist, and easy to make.
Muneeb Ur Rehman
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of dressing, but this one was actually really good. The cornbread and sausage gave it a lot of flavor.
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[email protected]This dressing is a little too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.
Tanye Gilbert
[email protected]I've made this dressing several times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
Dilip Kushnth
[email protected]This dressing is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the cornbread and sausage.
MUSA USMAN
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dressing turned out really bland. I think I might have used too much broth.
Ahandu Samuel
[email protected]This dressing is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's the perfect side dish for a special occasion dinner.
Faizan Sattar
[email protected]I made this dressing for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
MD Sobur Ali
[email protected]This dressing is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a delicious and easy side dish for any weeknight meal.
Omobamidele Sunday Mayokun
[email protected]I've been making this dressing for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of savory and sweet.
Rk Noyon
[email protected]This dressing is a must-try for any Thanksgiving dinner. It's flavorful, moist, and easy to make.
Lamicheal Townsend
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cornbread, but this dressing was still really good. The sausage and herbs gave it a lot of flavor.
Shahzad Personal
[email protected]This dressing is a great way to use up leftover cornbread. It's also a delicious and easy side dish for any holiday meal.
Abubaker Khan (Pathan)
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my dressing turned out too salty. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Nancy Gathoni
[email protected]This dressing was a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try adding some more broth next time.
MARSHUUH MARTIAN
[email protected]I was looking for a dressing recipe that was a little different from the usual, and this one fit the bill. The cornbread and sausage gave it a unique flavor that everyone loved.
Patricia Simison
[email protected]This dressing is amazing! I made it for my family and they loved it. It's the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving dinner.
Zumur Akther
[email protected]I've tried many dressing recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.
NAYAN AHMED YT
[email protected]This dressing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was moist and flavorful, and the cornbread gave it a nice texture. I will definitely be making this again next year.