Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners would be incomplete without the traditional herb stuffing or dressing. This delectable dish is a savory combination of herbs, spices, and bread cubes, often enhanced with the addition of vegetables, nuts, and fruits. While the terms "stuffing" and "dressing" are frequently used interchangeably, there is a subtle distinction between the two. Stuffing is typically cooked inside the turkey or chicken, while dressing is baked separately in a casserole or roasting pan.
This article presents a comprehensive guide to preparing both traditional and contemporary variations of herb stuffing or dressing, ensuring a perfect accompaniment to your holiday feast. The recipes range from classic herb stuffing with a blend of sage, thyme, rosemary, and parsley, to more innovative options like apple and sausage stuffing, cornbread dressing with chorizo, and wild rice stuffing with dried cranberries. Each recipe includes detailed instructions, cooking times, and serving suggestions to help you create a flavorful and memorable dish.
CLASSIC HERB STUFFING
Make this savory stuffing, featuring poultry seasoning and thyme, a holiday tradition at your house. The oven-baked stuffing is the perfect complement to roasted turkey or turkey breast.
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 55m
Yield 18 (3/4-cup) servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir 5 minutes. Stir in thyme, poultry seasoning, seasoned salt and pepper.
- 2. Place bread cubes in large bowl. Add celery mixture and broth; toss gently until well mixed. Spoon into lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
- 3. Bake 35 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned.
TRADITIONAL HERB STUFFING OR DRESSING
Here is a good basic stuffing &/or dressing recipe. It has mushrooms and nuts and all the other good things that one thinks of when you visualize a turkey roasting away.
Provided by Manami
Categories Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Butter a pretty casserole dish 15"x10" baking dish or a souffle dish would be perfect.
- Melt butter in large skillet and add mushrooms, onions, & celery.
- Saute for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Now add salt, thyme, rosemary, sage, black pepper, savory, parsley & poultry seasoning & mix well.
- Add nuts and mix well again.
- Beat the eggs.
- Place bread into a large bowl along with vegetable mixture, beaten eggs and 1 cup warm chicken broth or vegetable broth.
- Continue mixing and pouring in broth until stuffing looks moist, use at least 4 cups of stock or broth. It should not be too dry - remember you are going to bake it.
- Transfer stuffing to prepared dish.
- Cover with buttered foil and bake until heated through, about 45 minutes.
- Uncover and bake until top is golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Variations:*To keep Kosher use the margarine and **For Kosher or Vegetarian - use the vegetable broth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.6, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 82.5, Sodium 880.2, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5.2, Protein 9.3
CLASSIC HERB STUFFING
Make this savory stuffing, featuring poultry seasoning and thyme, a holiday tradition at your house. The oven-baked stuffing is the perfect complement to roasted turkey or turkey breast.
Provided by McCormick Spice
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips McCormick®
Time 55m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir 5 minutes. Stir in thyme, poultry seasoning, seasoned salt and pepper.
- Place bread cubes in large bowl. Add celery mixture and broth; toss gently until well mixed. Spoon into lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Bake 35 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.9 calories, Carbohydrate 103.3 g, Cholesterol 29.6 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 2468.1 mg, Sugar 11.8 g
Tips:
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
- Toast the bread cubes before using them. This will help them to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Don't overstuff the turkey or chicken. This will prevent the stuffing from cooking evenly.
- If you are making the stuffing ahead of time, cook it until it is almost done, then let it cool completely. Store the stuffing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- To reheat the stuffing, place it in a baking dish and cover it with foil. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-45 minutes, or until heated through.
Conclusion:
Herb stuffing is a classic side dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it savory, sweet, or somewhere in between, there is a herb stuffing recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and festive side dish, give herb stuffing a try.
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