Absolutely! Let’s dive into the delicious world of making Oven-Baked Mushroom Stuffing. This recipe promises to be a hearty, flavorful addition to any meal, whether you’re looking for a comforting side dish or a standalone vegetarian option. 🍄
Oven-Baked Mushroom Stuffing
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 8
- Calories: 353.6 per serving
- Rating: 5 ⭐️
Description:
For a little extra flavor, you can’t go wrong with a couple of tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese in the mix or a sprinkle on top before baking. This recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory bacon, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic herbs, all baked to crispy, golden perfection.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6-8 | Bacon |
| 4 | Celery ribs |
| 2 | Onions |
| 6 | Garlic cloves |
| 1 | Fresh mushrooms |
| 1/2 – 1 | Rubbed sage |
| – | Cornbread stuffing mix |
| 1 | Celery leaves |
| 1/2 | Fresh parsley |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 4 | Chicken broth |
| 2 1/2 | Butter |
| 2-3 | Seasoned salt and pepper |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare Baking Dish: Butter a 13×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
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Cook Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it’s crisp. Once done, remove the bacon and let it drain on a paper towel. Remember to reserve 2 tablespoons of the flavorful bacon drippings.
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Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet with the reserved drippings, add in the chopped celery and onions. Sauté them until they are tender, adding the chopped garlic during the last 2 minutes of cooking time.
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Add Mushrooms and Seasonings: Stir in the fresh mushrooms, rubbed sage, and a dash of seasoned salt and pepper. Let them cook and mingle for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Mix in Remaining Ingredients: Take the skillet off the heat, then stir in the cornbread stuffing mix (or your prepared bread crumbs), chopped celery leaves, parsley, and the crispy bacon. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
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Combine Eggs and Broth: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and chicken broth until well combined.
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Bring it All Together: Pour this egg and broth mixture into the skillet with your stuffing ingredients. Mix everything together until you have a moist and cohesive stuffing mixture.
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Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread this delightful mixture into your prepared baking dish. Be warned, the dish will be quite full of deliciousness!
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Add Final Touches: Dot the top of your stuffing with small pieces of butter. This adds a lovely richness and helps to crisp up the top beautifully.
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Bake: Cover your baking dish with foil and pop it into the preheated oven. Let it bake for 30 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together and the stuffing to cook through.
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Uncover and Finish: After 30 minutes, remove the foil and let the stuffing bake for an additional 10 minutes. This will give it a chance to get that perfect golden-brown crust on top, adding a delightful crunch to every bite.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once it’s done, take it out of the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, serve up generous spoonfuls of this flavorful Oven-Baked Mushroom Stuffing alongside your favorite main dishes. 🍽
Whether it’s a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, this stuffing is sure to impress with its savory, aromatic flavors and delightful textures. Enjoy the warm, comforting goodness of homemade stuffing, elevated with the earthy goodness of mushrooms and the rich, smoky flavor of bacon. 😋
Now, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a delicious side dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!
